Director, Program Management

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 at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.

The Director, Program Management will be responsible for the overall program implementation and oversight for assigned manufacturing and capital programs within the Engineering organization. The individual will be required to lead a cross-functional team to ensure program deliverables are achieved with adherence to approved budgets. The individual must have the ability to work independently, and also as an effective and engaged team leader.

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.

Requirements

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