Director, Program Management

AbbVie; Illinois; On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in Illinois seeks a Director of Program Management to lead and oversee complex manufacturing and capital programs within Engineering. You will guide cross-functional teams, align with budgets, timelines, and regulatory requirements to drive program success.

The role requires a science or engineering degree (MBA preferred), extensive GMP and regulatory knowledge, and a track record of managing large, global initiatives. PMP is a plus and strong leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Science or Engineering; MBA preferred.
• Strong GMP Manufacturing, Supply Chain, CMC development and pharma regulations knowledge required.
• 10+ years in the industry with 5+ years in program management.
• PMP certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct multiple cross-functional teams for complex program implementations, managing strategy, execution and budget.
• Define program strategy and timelines, covering technical and regulatory requirements for regulatory approvals.
• Evaluate contingency plans and risk management strategies.
• Ensure effective communication within the team and to Senior Leader stakeholders.
• Lead team discussions to resolve issues and align on program execution.
• Define budget requirements and report monthly actuals, LBE, and Plan/LRP schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Program management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor in Science or Engineering

MBA preferred

Job description

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,XandYouTube.

The Director, Program Management will be responsible for the overall program implementation and oversight for assigned manufacturing and capital programs within the Engineering organization. The individual will be required to lead a cross-functional team to ensure program deliverables are achieved with adherence to approved budgets. The individual must have the ability to work independently, and also as an effective and engaged team leader.

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.

• Bachelor in Science or Engineering; MBA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GMP Manufacturing, Supply Chain, CMC technical development and pharmaceutical regulations is required.
• Demonstrated strong planning and project management skills while managing large, complex programs in the pharmaceutical industry.
• PMP certification a plus.
• 10+ years of industry experience, 5 or more years program management experience.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, presentation, and people skills.
• Demonstrated experience in a global and multi-cultural environment.
• Proven ability to resolve conflict across cross-functional teams and technical experts.
• Ability to understand technical aspects of complex systems and guide cross-functional and detailed technical discussions during critical problem solving exercises

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.

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