Associate Director, Category Management Drug Delivery Device - job 4 of 5

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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

This role is based in North Chicago, IL; onsite 3 days per week, please note that 100% remote is not an option for this opening 

Join an evolving agile, diverse and global function poised to deliver value beyond financials through category management, innovative problem-solving, data and analytics, risk management and supplier management. Our Procurement team is integral to driving AbbVie’s business strategy, serving as trusted partners with leading capabilities and a customer of choice for our suppliers.  

This Procurement leader will play a strategic role in building a next-generation approach to Procurement as the function transforms to become a trusted business partner and an enabler of key business strategy, along with customer of choice for suppliers. Now is the time to join a best-in-class Procurement organization shaping the future of value generation. 

The Associate Director, Third Party Manufacturing Procurement, Drug Delivery Device, is responsible for leading strategic procurement for AbbVie's contracted drug delivery device category.  Products include mechanical/electromechanical devices, combination products, auto injectors, injection molded components and related accessories/ancillaries. 

This Procurement leader will lead the development of cross functionally derived category strategies across the device portfolio.   Utilizing a strong understanding of the medical device industry, the role is expected to formulate a robust and redundant supply base capable of supporting AbbVie's current business and growth pipeline.  

The (Associate Director) partners with VP-level business or functional stakeholder(s) to develop global procurement strategies, contributing to a cross-functional team that informs strategy through analysis, market expertise, and understanding of broader business objectives. This role builds an annual strategic plan and leads a team of managers to achieve ambitious performance targets aligned with organizational goals.

Major Responsibilities:

•Lead engagement with business stakeholders within designated therapeutic area, serving as the primary point of accountability within the procurement organization.

•Direct category managers in strategy formulation, aligning with business requirements and leveraging in-depth market intelligence and insights.

•Drive value creation initiatives, identify cross-functional synergies, and contribute to continuous improvement in procurement processes by challenging the status quo.

•Manage P&L alignment and Spend savings, developing strategic plans to reduce total cost of ownership.

•Strategically oversee the interconnected risks between business operations and procurement activities, ensuring a proactive and unified approach to risk mitigation across the organization.

•Champion and guide supplier innovation initiatives while maintaining oversight of key supplier relationships and ensuring alignment with both procurement and broader business objectives

•Initiate and lead transformative procurement projects, establishing cross-functional governance and securing support from senior business stakeholders.

•Persistently refine and optimize the interplay of business processes between procurement and different business functions, focusing on fostering seamless collaboration and maximizing efficiency in all procurement-related activities.

•Work closely with business teams to accurately gauge both current and future workforce requirements, strategically guiding the development and organization of the procurement team to meet these evolving needs

•Embody the role of mentor and leader within the procurement organization, nurturing a culture that values excellence and innovation, and encourages continuous growth and development

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•In-depth category expertise combined with robust cost analysis and business function acumen, enabling sound decision-making in procurement.

•Exceptional internal stakeholder management, adept at aligning procurement strategies with business needs and fostering strategic supplier relationships.

•Strategic thinker with a high sense of accountability, focusing on long-term planning and responsible decision-making that challenges the status quo.

•Innovative problem-solving skills complemented by a strong executive presence, enabling effective leadership and influential communication at all organizational levels.

•Proven ability in cross-functional leadership and influence, coupled with adept conflict resolution skills to maintain positive working relationships.

•High emotional intelligence and soft skills, facilitating empathetic and effective interactions, even under stress.

•Strong autonomy in work, demonstrating the ability to operate independently and take initiative in various situations.

Minimum Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Mgmt., or related field. Master’s degree is preferred.

•Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, supply chain or related business or operations function.

•Previous experience driving cross-functional projects to completion and managing senior internal stakeholders.

•Strong executive presence and ability to influence across the organization.

•Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

Key Stakeholders (optional):

Business Leads, Category Leads/Managers, Procurement Leads/Managers, Procurement Strategy & Capabilities Office

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.​

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​

• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs​

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Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ​

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