Global Labeling Operations Manager based in UAE

AbbVie; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is looking for a leader to provide product leadership for strategic planning and forecasting in Dubai. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in operations, regulatory, or quality environments, along with strong project management and communication skills. This full-time role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing various labeling-focused projects.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in Operations, Regulatory, or Quality environments.
• Proficiency in English (written and oral) is required.
• Experience working across cultures and complex matrix environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide global product leadership for label change projects.
• Ensure compliance in the Artwork Management System.
• Lead and manage label change projects and deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Provide global product leadership for strategic planning and forecasting of label change projects.
2. Ensure accuracy and completeness during the Brief phase within the Artwork Management System, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
3. Manage projects within the system for Production Design and Asset workflows.
4. Lead label change projects and deliverables for launches, site transfers, country/area-specific changes, and other labeling-focused projects.
5. Oversee the periodic formal review process for label change management and develop/report performance metrics.
6. Own and lead the Packaging and Artwork Strategy.
7. Develop and maintain shared label strategies over the product lifecycle.
8. Manage Change Plans for labeling operations.
9. Act as the business process owner for specific labeling processes and serve as the documentation SME.
10. Represent GLM in early development labeling work, including leading labeling launch activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain with at least 5 years of experience in Operations, Regulatory, or Quality environments.
• Proficiency in English (written and oral).
• Experience working effectively across cultures, multiple functions, and complex matrix environments.
• Excellent communication skills across all management levels.
• Proven success in negotiation and problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Leadership skills with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Understanding of Regulatory, Quality, and Supply Chain aspects of labeling, including compliance impacts.
• Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting Pharmaceutical, Device, and Combo Products, especially related to Packaging and Labeling Quality Systems.
• Strong project management skills, including stakeholder management.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to integrity, innovation, community service, and diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Veterans and Disabled individuals.

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Employment Type: Full-time