Director, Strategic Optimization & AI Transformation

Allergan; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie seeks a Director of Optimization & Strategic Initiatives to lead enterprise-wide optimization and transformation, partnering across Marketing, Analytics, Brand, Medical, Commercial Ops, and Technology to drive AI-enabled, data-driven capabilities. You will oversee program design, governance, and measurable business impact through closed-loop performance management.

The role emphasizes LOOP readiness, cross-functional execution, and change leadership to enable personalized, coordinated

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MPH, MS, or related discipline) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in analytics, business strategy, commercial operations, marketing excellence, management consulting, transformation, or related functions.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives.
• Strong business acumen with ability to connect strategy, operations, analytics, and execution.
• Experience in organizational transformation, change management, and process optimization.
• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise and franchise-level strategic initiatives that improve commercial effectiveness, customer engagement, and organizational performance.
• Translate enterprise strategies into actionable roadmaps, operating models, governance structures, and measurable business outcomes.
• Serve as a thought partner to senior leaders in evaluating business opportunities, identifying capability gaps, and developing transformation strategies.
• Build business cases and executive recommendations that support investment decisions and organizational change initiatives.
• Champion adoption of new ways of working and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive implementation and ongoing optimization of LOOP capabilities across brands and therapeutic areas.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Analytical thinking

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA / MPH / MS or related degree

Job description

AbbVie seeks a Director of Optimization & Strategic Initiatives to lead enterprise-wide optimization and transformation, partnering across Marketing, Analytics, Brand, Medical, Commercial Ops, and Technology to drive AI-enabled, data-driven capabilities. You will oversee program design, governance, and measurable business impact through closed-loop performance management.

The role emphasizes LOOP readiness, cross-functional execution, and change leadership to enable personalized, coordinated