Global IoT-Driven Logistics Strategy Leader

AbbVie Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. seeks a strategic leader to shape and advance global connected logistics and IoT capabilities across their distribution network. You will coordinate requirements across regions, partner with BTS, and drive scalable, compliant solutions with measurable business value.

The role involves travel to the US and Europe, collaborating with senior leaders to align strategy with operational performance and product protection. Strong vendor and program management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in relevant fields such as supply chain, logistics, business, engineering, operations, sustainability or information systems.
• Eight years of progressive experience in supply chain, distribution, logistics, technology-enabled transformation, program management, sustainability or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop AbbVie's global connected logistics strategy and multi-year roadmap, including shipment visibility, temperature monitoring, RFID, BLE, geolocation and other monitoring technologies.
• Lead assessment of emerging logistics technologies and monitor solutions; pilot, scale or phase out based on value and fit.
• Partner with BTS and technology partners to translate business requirements into functional, data and integration requirements; ensure GDP compliance.
• Manage device, monitoring and technology-provider relationships, budget, forecasting and vendor invoices to deliver value.
• Collaborate with regional teams to address partner performance and embed requirements into strategies.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, engineering, operations, sustainability, information systems

Advanced degree or professional certification preferred

Tools

Supply chain platforms

Analytics tools

Vendor management systems

Job description

AbbVie Inc. seeks a strategic leader to shape and advance global connected logistics and IoT capabilities across their distribution network. You will coordinate requirements across regions, partner with BTS, and drive scalable, compliant solutions with measurable business value.

The role involves travel to the US and Europe, collaborating with senior leaders to align strategy with operational performance and product protection. Strong vendor and program management skills are essential.