Manager, Process Improvement

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a seasoned professional to lead complex process improvement initiatives in Supply Chain Planning. You will drive governance, strategy deployment, and Lean Six Sigma adoption to improve organizational effectiveness and create measurable value across functions.

Responsibilities include defining value propositions, managing initiatives, and coaching multidisciplinary teams while collaborating with Finance, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to achieve strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master of Science, Engineering, Economics or Business Management.
• APICS certification preferred.
• 8 years’ experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management and/ or Financial Management.
• Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing, 6-Sigma, and advanced planning and control methods.
• Proven capability to manage and implement change management programs.
• Capable of leading and coaching multidisciplinary teams across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex improvement projects from goal to result, aligning with sponsors on savings, budget, quality and deadlines.
• Provide governance and prioritize activities; ensure efficient project management and resource use.
• Define value proposition and develop a portfolio of services; improve processes and systems to create value.
• Act as a change agent to implement strategy deployment and Lean Six Sigma culture.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders and drive broad adoption of improvements.
• Coach and lead cross-functional teams including Finance, Manufacturing and Supply Chain.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Engineering/Economics/Business degree

APICS certification

Tools

SAP/JDA

Job description

• Compensation: USD 109,500 - USD 208,500 - yearly

Company 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 ,X andYouTube.

Job Description

Lead complex improvement projects (in size and/or level of innovation) related to process
improvements from corporate goal to project result. Reach agreement with project sponsors on
expected savings, budget, project quality and implementation deadlines and manage assigned
projects so that project goals are met within pre-defined boundaries. Be the main driver for
Supply Chain Planning project governance, strategy deployment, CI-tools and culture, and
creating improvement by broadening the use of lean six sigma tools in the organization.
Improve organizational effectiveness of Supply Chain Planning. Function as Change Agent for
strategy deployment. Coach Supply Chain Planning towards achieving its vision of becoming
supply chain professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned and Self-directed initiatives and projects focusing on achieving
  corporate goals which at the start have been defined in broad terms.
• Provide governance, setting priorities and ensure efficient and effective project
  management and use of resources (people, money and time). Lead and initiate all activities that are necessary to successfully complete the projects. Connect with management and the
  operation for successful implementation of projects.
• Define value proposition and create portfolio of services. Improve processes, improve
  systems and develop people in order to create more value for customers.
• Identify applicable practices and then function as a change agent within the organization to implement and ensure widespread adoption.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Influence change and gain support from key partners for improvement programs to achieve the
  supply chain professional vision of Supply Chain Planning.
• Develop, maintain and administer training/education programs on continuous improvement and
  related topics (Lean Six Sigma, kaizen).

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master of Science, Engineering, Economics or Business Management
• APICS certification, desired but not required
• 8 years’ experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management and/ or Financial Management
• Hands-on experience applying lean manufacturing, 6-Sigma, and advanced planning and control
  methods
• Proven capability to manage and implement change management programs
• Practical knowledge and experience in functioning as a Project Lead and/or Project Team
  member with proven accomplishments
• Capable of leading and coaching a multidisciplinary team from all levels and functions of
  the organization
• Strong cross functional collaboration with Finance, Manufacturing and within Supply Chain
• Practical knowledge of SAP/JDA and/or other similar systems
• Solid communication skills required as well as excellent Supply Chain management
  skills/understanding

Additional Information

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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.

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