Associate Director, External Manufacturing - Small Molecule
North Chicago, IL, United States Hybrid
$141,500–$268,500 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The Associate Director, Third Party Manufacturing (TPM) Manager will be the main supplier relationship contact person in charge of providing the organization, supervision, strategic initiatives, and technical support necessary to manage supply of designated products. The role will ensure that high quality product is manufactured in compliance with local and international regulations, and released and delivered according to the established forecasts, schedules, and cost planned. This position also manages projects and programs impacting AbbVie to ensure a cost effective, marketable and manufacturable product and maximizes profitability throughout its life cycle. Through matrix management of cross functional groups/individuals, the Associate Director, TPM is responsible for leading various teams without direct authority, providing program management support, and is the primary AbbVie representative to coordinate operations for existing and new products manufactured with the supplier.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s Degree
- A minimum of 10+ years of experience, in areas such as: manufacturing, engineering, project management, quality and S&T.
- The individual needs a broad business perspective, knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Strong project experience and an ability to influence others are essential.
- Proven leadership ability with superior communication skills including listening, verbal, presentation and written.
- Strong strategy development and planning skills coupled with necessary knowledge of pharmaceutical development, manufacturing and supply activities.
- Issue identification and strong problem analysis and solution development skills.
- Demonstrated team player and ability to work in a globally oriented work environment.
- Strong knowledge of business financial systems and tools
- MSc or MBA degree is preferred.
- Previous experience managing subcontracted relationships preferred.
- preferably in science or technical related field.