Strategic Technology Director for Corporate Functions

Allergan; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL seeks an experienced leader to develop technology strategies that align with business goals and oversee multiple domains. The role influences senior leadership, shapes a 2-3 year roadmap, and drives cross-functional collaboration across technology and business teams.

The position requires 12+ years, a strong track record in leadership, budget governance, and translating complex tech into business value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and 12+ years of experience.
• Proven ability to drive outstanding employee performance and engagement through developing, coaching, motivating, energizing, and inspiring team members.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technology into clear business value for senior, non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience managing teams of at least 15 people with a resource mix of managers, employees, matrixed teams, virtual teams, contractors, and managed service providers.
• Ability to communicate problems in terms that are understandable to all levels of the organization, including C-Suite.
• Thought leader within multiple technology and/or business domains, with a techno-functional and consultative approach to solving business problems.
• Experience managing a budget of at least $15 million.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Influence: Work across multiple businesses and technology to shape a 2-3 year strategy and execute key objectives.
• Process Improvement & Optimization: Identify and drive organizational or technology improvements.
• People Management: Lead senior managers and directors across multiple domains.
• Impact: Make decisions affecting budget, people and public relations posture.
• Resource Management: Contribute to resource strategy and organizational structure.
• Liaison & Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Culture: Demonstrate AbbVie Leadership Attributes and develop talent across functions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

People management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Budget management

Tech-functional leadership

Influence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL seeks an experienced leader to develop technology strategies that align with business goals and oversee multiple domains. The role influences senior leadership, shapes a 2-3 year roadmap, and drives cross-functional collaboration across technology and business teams.

The position requires 12+ years, a strong track record in leadership, budget governance, and translating complex tech into business value.