Associate Director, Category Management Drug Delivery Device

Company Description
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.
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This role is based in North Chicago, IL, Florham Park, NJ, or Irvine CA; 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.
As a Procurement leader, you will play a strategic role in building a next-generation approach as the function transforms to become a trusted business partner and enabler of key business strategy.
The Associate Director, Drug Delivery Device is responsible for leading strategic procurement for AbbVie's contracted drug delivery device category, including mechanical/electromechanical devices, combination products, auto injectors, injection molded components, and related accessories/ancillaries.
This leader will develop cross functionally derived category strategies across the device portfolio, leveraging a strong understanding of the medical device industry to formulate a robust and redundant supply base capable of supporting AbbVie's current business and growth pipeline.
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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Qualifications
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.
Specialization with electro mechanical device preferred.
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:
Business Leads, Category Leads/Managers, Procurement Leads/Managers, Procurement Strategy & Capabilities Office.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.

Additional Information
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The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range.
This range may be modified in thefuture.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentiveprograms

Note:
No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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