Global Supply Chain Director: Strategy, Planning & Transformation

AbbVie Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. is driving end-to-end supply chain planning, warehousing, forecasting, and network optimization to support reliable global supply while meeting regulatory and quality requirements.

The role oversees supply planning, inventory management, and cross-functional programs, partnering with Operations, Finance, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing to improve service and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or higher preferred.
• 12+ years in Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Planning, Warehousing or related pharma/regulated fields with leadership experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives in a global matrix organization.
• Strong knowledge of supply planning, S&OP/S&OE, forecasting, inventory, warehousing and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end supply chain planning, warehousing, purchasing, forecasting, network optimization, and transformation activities.
• Lead and mentor a large matrixed team across shifts and global sites.
• Coordinate S&OP/S&OE processes and ensure on-time delivery while balancing service, cost, and inventory.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Supply chain management

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting & planning

ERP & data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Operations/Business/Finance

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Job description

AbbVie Inc. is driving end-to-end supply chain planning, warehousing, forecasting, and network optimization to support reliable global supply while meeting regulatory and quality requirements.

The role oversees supply planning, inventory management, and cross-functional programs, partnering with Operations, Finance, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing to improve service and cost efficiency.