Senior Director, GMP Program Management

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie in North Chicago seeks a Director of Program Management to lead and oversee manufacturing and capital programs within Engineering, directing cross-functional teams to deliver programs on budget and on schedule.

The role requires deep GMP, regulatory, and CMC knowledge, 10+ years in the industry, and strong strategic leadership. Excellent communication and global collaboration skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Science or Engineering; MBA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GMP Manufacturing, Supply Chain, CMC technical development and pharmaceutical regulations is required.
• Demonstrated strong planning and project management skills while managing large, complex programs in the pharmaceutical industry.
• PMP certification a plus.
• 10+ years of industry experience, 5 or more years program management experience.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, presentation, and people skills.
• Demonstrated experience in a global and multi-cultural environment.
• Proven ability to resolve conflict across cross-functional teams and technical experts.
• Ability to understand technical aspects of complex systems and guide cross-functional and detailed technical discussions during critical problem solving exercises

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct multiple cross-functional teams for the implementation of complex programs, managing strategy, execution and budget.
• Establish program strategy and timelines, defining technical and regulatory requirements to support regulatory approvals.
• Evaluate contingency plans and risk management strategies.
• Ensure effective communication within team and to Senior Leader stakeholders.
• Lead team discussions to resolve issues and ensure team alignment throughout program execution.
• Define budget requirements and report monthly actuals, LBE, and Plan/LRP schedules per financial schedule.
• Communicate program requirements, priorities and decisions, regularly and effectively.
• Guide cross-functional team in resolving conflicts and indecision's. Escalate when necessary.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Global/multicultural experience

Education

Bachelor in Science or Engineering

MBA preferred

Job description

AbbVie in North Chicago seeks a Director of Program Management to lead and oversee manufacturing and capital programs within Engineering, directing cross-functional teams to deliver programs on budget and on schedule.

The role requires deep GMP, regulatory, and CMC knowledge, 10+ years in the industry, and strong strategic leadership. Excellent communication and global collaboration skills are essential for success.