Director, Global Program Management - Pharma Manufacturing

AbbVie Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) to eligible employees

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. in the United States is seeking a Director of Program Management to lead manufacturing and capital program implementations within the Engineering organization.

You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure budgets are adhered to, and drive program strategy from initiation through execution. The role demands a strong background in GMP, supply chain, CMC development, and regulatory compliance, with a track record of managing large, complex pharmaceutical programs and influencing senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering; MBA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GMP Manufacturing, Supply Chain, CMC development and pharmaceutical regulations.
• 10+ years industry experience, 5+ years in program management.
• PMP certification a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to drive cross-functional teams in a global, regulated environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct multiple cross-functional teams for the implementation of complex programs, managing strategy, execution and budget.
• Establish program strategy and timelines, defining technical and regulatory requirements to support regulatory approvals.
• Evaluate contingency plans and risk management strategies.
• Ensure effective communication within team and to Senior Leader stakeholders.
• Lead team discussions to resolve issues and ensure team alignment throughout program execution.
• Define budget requirements and report monthly actuals, LBE, and Plan/LRP schedules per financial schedule.
• Communicate program requirements, priorities and decisions, regularly and effectively.
• Guide cross-functional team in resolving conflicts and indecision's. Escalate when necessary.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

GMP manufacturing

Education

Bachelor of Science or Engineering

MBA

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

AbbVie Inc. in the United States is seeking a Director of Program Management to lead manufacturing and capital program implementations within the Engineering organization.

You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure budgets are adhered to, and drive program strategy from initiation through execution. The role demands a strong background in GMP, supply chain, CMC development, and regulatory compliance, with a track record of managing large, complex pharmaceutical programs and influencing senior