Associate Director, Mid-Stream Operations
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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. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok .
Job Description
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 AbbVies business strategy, serving as trusted partners with leading capabilities and a customer of choice for our suppliers.
This new Procurement leader will play a strategic role in building a next-generation approach to Procurement as it 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.
Mid-Stream Operations Lead is responsible for operationalizing and expanding mid-stream procurement strategies to align with business goals. This roles objectives include optimizing middle office operations, spearheading low-touch category management, and supervising execution of operational sourcing and contract management processes. The lead will also be responsible for cultivating teams functional knowledge and fostering strong cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality outcomes
Develop and oversee execution of sourcing strategies, ensuring successful delivery and management of cross-divisional sourcing projects that align with organizations strategic goals
Define strategic value drivers and comprehensive annual plans for low-touch categories, incorporating category strategies that align with Category Team initiatives and priorities
Supervise operational sourcing and contract management processes such as development and negotiation of confidential agreements, ensuring adherence to agreed category strategies and polices
Spearhead low-touch category management from initiation to completion, providing strategic direction and subject matter expertise to ensure successful delivery of initiatives and objectives
Cultivate team's understanding of approved buying channels and contracting policies through training and development, empowering them to guide stakeholders toward optimal purchasing strategies
Establish key performance indicators in collaboration with functional leadership, and develop action plans to enhance performance by setting measurable goals and implementing targeted strategies for improvement
Drive continuous improvement in mid-stream operations by leveraging insights on products and priorities to adapt processes that align with business needs, ensuring sustainable adoption of changes
Lead and nurture a team of specialists by setting ambitious performance targets, providing tailored coaching, and evaluating team performance, fostering culture of excellence and innovation
Serve as subject matter expert on mid-stream operations, providing guidance and insights to internal teams and relevant stakeholders groups to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
Champion cross-functional collaboration and forge strategic partnerships with other teams to ensure alignment and drive operational excellence
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Qualifications
BA/BS in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related degrees; MBA/MS preferred
8-10 years of Procurement experience, including over 10 years in a leadership role; pharmaceutical industry knowledge preferred
5+ years of Source-to-Pay experience preferred, with proven experience in managing low-touch category strategies, and sourcing and contracting processes within global context
Proven track record in managing low-touch category strategy and executing successful negotiations
Proficient in budget management and operational oversight, ensuring adherence to standards and priorities
5+ years of experience working with Source-to-Pay systems (i.e. Coupa, SAP S/4HANA)
Innovative problem-solving skills and strategic thinking combined with a solution-oriented mindset, enabling creative approaches that challenge the status quo and clear communication at all organizational levels
Exceptional project management skills with a proven track record of delivering transparent, comprehensive reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and organizational accountability
Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and business stakeholder management abilities, supported by exceptional soft skills and emotional intelligence to facilitate effective communication and robust relationship-building
Impactful executive functioning abilities and autonomous work ethic, maintaining efficient performance in challenging situations and building consensus in decision-making
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:
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 Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVies policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok .
Job Description
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 AbbVies business strategy, serving as trusted partners with leading capabilities and a customer of choice for our suppliers.
This new Procurement leader will play a strategic role in building a next-generation approach to Procurement as it 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.
Mid-Stream Operations Lead is responsible for operationalizing and expanding mid-stream procurement strategies to align with business goals. This roles objectives include optimizing middle office operations, spearheading low-touch category management, and supervising execution of operational sourcing and contract management processes. The lead will also be responsible for cultivating teams functional knowledge and fostering strong cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality outcomes
Develop and oversee execution of sourcing strategies, ensuring successful delivery and management of cross-divisional sourcing projects that align with organizations strategic goals
Define strategic value drivers and comprehensive annual plans for low-touch categories, incorporating category strategies that align with Category Team initiatives and priorities
Supervise operational sourcing and contract management processes such as development and negotiation of confidential agreements, ensuring adherence to agreed category strategies and polices
Spearhead low-touch category management from initiation to completion, providing strategic direction and subject matter expertise to ensure successful delivery of initiatives and objectives
Cultivate team's understanding of approved buying channels and contracting policies through training and development, empowering them to guide stakeholders toward optimal purchasing strategies
Establish key performance indicators in collaboration with functional leadership, and develop action plans to enhance performance by setting measurable goals and implementing targeted strategies for improvement
Drive continuous improvement in mid-stream operations by leveraging insights on products and priorities to adapt processes that align with business needs, ensuring sustainable adoption of changes
Lead and nurture a team of specialists by setting ambitious performance targets, providing tailored coaching, and evaluating team performance, fostering culture of excellence and innovation
Serve as subject matter expert on mid-stream operations, providing guidance and insights to internal teams and relevant stakeholders groups to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
Champion cross-functional collaboration and forge strategic partnerships with other teams to ensure alignment and drive operational excellence
#LI-AL1
Qualifications
BA/BS in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related degrees; MBA/MS preferred
8-10 years of Procurement experience, including over 10 years in a leadership role; pharmaceutical industry knowledge preferred
5+ years of Source-to-Pay experience preferred, with proven experience in managing low-touch category strategies, and sourcing and contracting processes within global context
Proven track record in managing low-touch category strategy and executing successful negotiations
Proficient in budget management and operational oversight, ensuring adherence to standards and priorities
5+ years of experience working with Source-to-Pay systems (i.e. Coupa, SAP S/4HANA)
Innovative problem-solving skills and strategic thinking combined with a solution-oriented mindset, enabling creative approaches that challenge the status quo and clear communication at all organizational levels
Exceptional project management skills with a proven track record of delivering transparent, comprehensive reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and organizational accountability
Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and business stakeholder management abilities, supported by exceptional soft skills and emotional intelligence to facilitate effective communication and robust relationship-building
Impactful executive functioning abilities and autonomous work ethic, maintaining efficient performance in challenging situations and building consensus in decision-making
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:
- 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 Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVies policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html