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 DescriptionThe Supply Chain Quality Assurance Project Manager leads the coordination and execution of quality projects across AbbVie’s global distribution and supplier network, including global distribution centers and Commercial Affiliate operations.
This role serves as a primary liaison across Quality organizations, Global Distribution, Supply Planning, Procurement, Commercial Affiliates and Manufacturing Sites. The position provides leadership in developing project plans, coordinating execution activities, achieving milestones and ensuring the effective operationalization of quality and compliance initiatives across the distribution and supplier network.
The Supply Chain QA Project Manager maintains awareness of emerging regulatory requirements and industry standards, assesses their potential impact on AbbVie operations, and proactively coordinates projects aligned with regulatory expectations and business priorities.
Highlighted Responsibilities
Lead the coordination and execution of quality projects across AbbVie’s global distribution and supplier network.
Provide input into the development, implementation and optimization of quality systems, Validation Master Plans, supplier metrics, operational processes and procedures.
Collaborate with Quality, Global Distribution, Supply Planning and Commercial Affiliate partners to develop, implement and operationalize quality projects.
Monitor current and emerging regulatory requirements and industry standards, assess their impact and coordinate appropriate quality initiatives.
Identify and drive process improvement opportunities that support compliance, operational efficiency, standardization and cost savings.
Assess QA activities and monitor key performance indicators across the distribution and supplier network to identify opportunities for improvement and governance enhancement.
Partner with functional stakeholders when contracting with and managing logistics suppliers, including supplier lifecycle activities, Quality Technical Agreements, Approved Supplier List requirements and supplier business reviews.
Define and support supplier reporting requirements for quality-related performance indicators.
Partner with Supply Chain QA Operations and Commercial Affiliates to ensure alignment across distribution and supplier network activities.
Develop project plans, coordinate cross-functional execution, track milestones and ensure successful implementation of project deliverables.
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations or a related discipline.
5+ years of relevant Quality experience in a GDP-regulated pharmaceutical, biologics and/or medical device environment.
Strong knowledge and experience with global pharmaceutical and medical device quality systems, policies, processes and procedures.
Demonstrated success delivering complex, cross-functional quality projects.
Experience working across multiple sites, countries or geographic regions.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a global, cross-functional organization.
Strong project management, organizational and stakeholder communication skills.
Ability to assess regulatory requirements and translate them into practical quality and business initiatives.
Strong understanding of business governance processes and performance metrics.
Results-oriented, proactive and able to lead initiatives through ambiguity and complexity.
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 degree in Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related discipline
- 5+ years of relevant Quality experience in a GDP-regulated pharmaceutical, biologics, and/or medical device environment
- Strong knowledge and experience with global pharmaceutical and medical device quality systems, policies, processes, and procedures
- Demonstrated success delivering complex, cross-functional quality projects
- Experience working across multiple sites, countries, or geographic regions
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a global, cross-functional organization
- Strong project management, organizational, and stakeholder communication skills
- Ability to assess regulatory requirements and translate them into practical quality and business initiatives
- Strong understanding of business governance processes and performance metrics
- Results-oriented, proactive, and able to lead initiatives through ambiguity and complexity
AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
