Director, Portfolio Program Management (Device)
AbbVie
September 05, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Irvine, CA)
Worldwide
$305,000 - $305,000 USD yearly
Operations
Role: Lead Portfolio Program Management (PPM) for AbbVie's Aesthetics Medicine division, focusing on developing and launching novel medical devices and expanding existing products globally. Responsibilities: partner with asset strategy teams to define and execute portfolio plans; oversee cross-functional project execution, monitor progress, manage risks, and facilitate governance decisions; communicate status to leadership; mentor team members and support strategic initiatives. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Masterβs in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related; 8-12 years in medical device or pharmaceutical R&D; minimum 5 years project management experience in product development; strong knowledge of global device development, registration, and launch processes; excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; proficiency with project management tools. Preferred: PMP certification, experience mentoring, familiarity with governance boards. HighValue: focus on medical devices within aesthetics, development stages likely include late-stage clinical or pre-market; role involves cross-functional collaboration across R&D, regulatory, and commercial teams; may include global coordination and strategic planning. WorkSetup: Not specified; typically involves cross-functional engagement, possibly hybrid or on-site.