Director Integration and Acquisitions Lead, Operations

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 160,500 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, etc

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Director, Integration and Acquisitions Operations, to oversee the seamless integration of new companies and assets into Operations. The role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, maintaining business continuity, and upholding AbbVie's standards during transitions.

The position emphasizes leadership across Finance, Commercial, R&D and Operations, with a focus on minimizing disruptions while delivering Day 1 readiness and ongoing integration improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering (required).
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced leadership roles.
• 10+ years of experience in Operations.
• Strong understanding of Operations processes.
• Executive-level collaboration and leadership skills.
• Ability to make decisions with limited information and resolve problems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the AbbVie Integration Office for product acquisitions and to lead Integrations and Acquisitions for Operations.
• Coordinates functional teams across the integration lifecycle for smooth transition of activities.
• Leads the Operations integration team, with direct reports or matrix teams, and ensures Day 1 readiness.
• Partners with Operations VPs and leaders to plan interim and long-term actions, identify synergies, and manage risks.
• Works across Finance, Commercial, R&D and Operations to allocate resources for pre- and post-Day 1 activities.
• Identifies cross-functional dependencies and builds connections across Operations and other functions.
• Ensures integration of people, processes, and technologies with SMEs for business process, training, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Project management

Decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Director Integration and Acquisitions Lead, Operations

• Full-time
• Salary Min: 160500
• Salary Max: 305000
• Workday Global Grade: 21
• Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time
• Compensation: USD 160500 - USD 305000 - yearly

About AbbVie

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 and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn, Facebook ,Instagram ,X andYouTube.

Purpose:

The Director, Integration and Acquisitions Operations, holds overarching responsibility for the seamless management and oversight of all activities involved in integrating new companies or acquired assets into the Operations function, processes and systems. This role is critical to Operations ability to adeptly navigate transition phases, minimizing disruptions while ensuring business continuity, maintaining consistency with standards, and preserving quality throughout integration activities.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with the AbbVie Integration Office for product acquisitions and to ensure adequate plans are in place to address unique needs of each transaction as the lead of Integrations and Acquisitions for Operations.
• Coordinates functional teams throughout the span of the integration lifecycle to ensure seamless transition of functional activities and studies into the AbbVie operating model.
• Comprehends BD plans and resource models into integration plans.
• Leads the Operations integration team either with direct reports or through matrix teams.
• Ensures Operations readiness for Day 1 deliverables and maintains confidentiality through preparations with appropriate Operations team members.
• Partners with Operations VPs and other key leaders to create interim and long-term planning, identify and execute synergies where applicable and manage integration risks.
• Works cross functionally with Finance, Commercial, R&D and Operations Functional Leaders to identify and assign resources to manage the pre- and post- Day 1 integration activities.
• Identifies cross-functional dependencies and creates appropriate connections and collaboration across Operations and other enterprise functions.
• Ensures the successful integration of people, process, and technologies and builds transition plans in collaboration with SMEs for business process, training, compliance, change management and other associated roles.
• Responsible for creation and continuous improvement of the Operations specific integration process framework, resources and tools. Maintains business continuity for both AbbVie and acquired company as well as transparency of integration activities.

• Bachelor’s Degree, Science or Engineering, Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Operations
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate others in a complex, multi-function matrix environment.
• Strong understanding of Operations processes.
• Executive level collaboration and leadership skills.
• Ability to make decisions with little information and resolves problems through balanced, realistic understanding of issues.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Embraces different perspectives, nurtures innovation and promotes a positive working culture.

Key Stakeholders:AbbVie Transition Office,Operations Functions,R&D,Commercial

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

This job is eligible toparticipatein our long-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.