Operations Brand Manager: Supply Chain & Strategy

Allergan; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term incentive programs

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a senior Operations Brand Program coordinator to align brand strategies with business goals and manage cross-functional interfaces between Commercial, R&D, Legal, and Manufacturing. You will help develop long-range plans, lifecycle strategies, and risk management while driving supply chain optimization and cost improvements.

The role emphasizes strong collaboration, negotiation leadership, and effective communication to support product launches and site transfers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and business/product management in Life Science is preferred.
• 5+ years in Operations, Supply Chain, Management, Product Development, or Financial Management.
• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across organizations.
• Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and drive results.
• Experience with large change management programs.

Responsibilities

• Drive assigned Operations Brand Program projects to impact brand sales and supply.
• Lead negotiations for new contracts and cost proposals with TPMs.
• Escalate issues threatening supply and develop mitigations with cross-functional teams.
• Create brand plans, financial plans, and lifecycle strategies.
• Align with AbbVie business goals and forecast brand/product demand.
• Coordinate cross-functional roles and ensure clear ownership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Change management

Presentation skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Science

MBA or higher education

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a senior Operations Brand Program coordinator to align brand strategies with business goals and manage cross-functional interfaces between Commercial, R&D, Legal, and Manufacturing. You will help develop long-range plans, lifecycle strategies, and risk management while driving supply chain optimization and cost improvements.

The role emphasizes strong collaboration, negotiation leadership, and effective communication to support product launches and site transfers.