Manager, Process Improvement

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North Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
110K-209K Annually
Senior level
Healthtech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Leads complex process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives from corporate goals through implementation. Establishes project governance, priorities, budgets, timelines, and expected savings while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders. Drives Lean Six Sigma adoption, strategy deployment, change management, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement culture. Develops training programs, coaches multidisciplinary teams, and partners with Quality, Regulatory, Finance, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain functions to improve processes, systems, and organizational capabilities.
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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.

Job Description

We are searching for a resourceful problem-solver who can spark and support innovative initiatives, leveraging foundational AI insights to help shape our organization's future.

  • Lead complex improvement projects (in size and/or level of innovation) related to process improvements from corporate goal to project result.
  • Reach agreement with project sponsors on expected savings, budget, project quality, and implementation deadlines, and manage assigned projects so that goals are met within pre-defined boundaries.
  • Be the lead driver for project governance, strategy deployment, CI-tools and culture, and foster improvement by broadening the use of lean six sigma tools across the organization.
  • Enhance organizational effectiveness and function as a Change Agent for strategy deployment
  • Coach teams toward achieving their vision of professional excellence.

 

Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned and Self-directed initiatives and projects focusing on achieving corporate goals which at the start have been defined in broad terms.
  • Provide governance, setting priorities and ensure efficient and effective project management and use of resources (people, money and time). Lead and initiate all activities that are necessary to successfully complete the projects. Connect with management and the operation for successful implementation of projects.
  • Define value proposition and create portfolio of services. Improve processes, improve systems and develop people in order to create more value for customers.
  • Identify applicable practices and then function as a change agent within the organization to implement and ensure widespread adoption.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
  • Influence change and gain support from key partners for improvement programs
  • Develop, maintain and administer training/education programs on continuous improvement and related topics (Lean Six Sigma, kaizen).

Qualifications

  • Bachelor/Master of Science, Engineering, Economics or Business Management
  • 8 years’ experience in Operations, Quality, Financial Management, or Supply Chain Management
  • Hands-on experience applying lean manufacturing, 6-Sigma, and advanced planning and control methods
  • Proven capability to manage and implement change management programs
  • Practical knowledge and experience in functioning as a Project Lead and/or Project Team member with proven accomplishments
  • Capable of leading and coaching a multidisciplinary team from all levels and functions of the organization
  • Strong cross functional collaboration with Quality, Regulatory, Finance, Manufacturing and within Supply Chain Practical knowledge of SAP/JDA and/or other similar systems

Additional Information

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 long-term incentive programs. ​

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.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in science, engineering, economics, or business management
  • At least 8 years of experience in operations, quality, financial management, or supply chain management
  • Hands-on experience applying lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methods
  • Experience with advanced planning and control methods
  • Proven ability to manage and implement change management programs
  • Practical experience serving as a project lead or project team member, with demonstrated accomplishments
  • Ability to lead and coach multidisciplinary teams across organizational levels and functions
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Regulatory, Finance, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams
  • Practical knowledge and experience with SAP, JDA, or similar systems

AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AbbVie and has not been reviewed or approved by AbbVie.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs are portrayed as a standout, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an additional annual company contribution based on age and service. Feedback suggests this materially boosts perceived total compensation for many U.S. employees.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave are emphasized, including up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents and 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave in the U.S. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful differentiator for employees balancing family needs.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as extensive, with tiered vacation that scales with tenure, 17 company holidays, and two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave contributes notably to overall benefits satisfaction.

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The Company
HQ: North Chicago, IL
56,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.

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