Associate Director, Global Direct Procurement Process Lead (Procurement)

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 164,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Director, Global Direct Procurement Process Lead to optimize procurement efficiency across multiple regions. The role involves designing processes, leading initiatives, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, with an emphasis on strategic improvement in direct procurement operations.

Benefits

Paid time off

Insurance

401(k) plan

Incentive programs

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in direct procurement.
• 5 years leading global procurement processes.
• Experience with business process integration and managing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement global procurement processes and strategies.
• Standardize procurement workflows and lead digital transformation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with global procurement policies and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Procurement strategy

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Management information systems

Engineering

Tools

SAP S4 HANA

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Associate Director, Global Direct Procurement Process Lead (Procurement)

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Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care, as well as products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement global procurement processes and strategies to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks in direct procurement.
• Standardize procurement workflows across regions to ensure consistency and best practices.
• Lead procurement digital transformation initiatives for direct spend categories, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders across the organization and regions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with global procurement policies, regulations, and industry standards.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Must have a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, procurement, management information systems, engineering, or a related field, along with 6 years of experience in direct procurement.

Required Experience

• At least 5 years of experience leading global procurement processes across multiple regions or countries.
• Experience with SAP S4 HANA, data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI), and MRP systems.

Additional Experience

• At least 3 years of experience leading business process integration, including testing (verification, user acceptance, regression).
• Managing lean processes or similar methodologies for process improvement, and managing complex, global projects and cross-functional teams.

Experience may be gained concurrently. This position is hybrid, requiring onsite presence 3 days a week and remote work 2 days a week.

Additional Information

Salary Range: $164,439.50 - $261,000.00 per year.

Apply online at https://careers.abbvie.com/en or send your resume to [e-mail], referencing Req ID: REF40495F.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, insurance, and 401(k). This job is eligible for incentive programs.

AbbVie is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, or other protected statuses.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain

The position is located in North Chicago, IL, with a salary range of $164,439.50 to $261,000.00.