Senior Director, Manufacturing Strategy
AbbVie
October 1, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (North Chicago, IL)
Worldwide
$393,000 - $393,000 USD yearly
Operations
Role: Senior Director, Manufacturing Strategy, responsible for shaping and executing global manufacturing strategies to optimize operations across AbbVie's ME&C network. Core responsibilities include developing integrated manufacturing plans, managing site selection and buy processes, establishing performance metrics, and aligning regional initiatives with overall network goals. The role involves collaboration with senior leadership, operations, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams to ensure strategic alignment, efficiency, and compliance with industry regulations.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Science or Engineering; MBA preferred. At least 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, strategy, or leadership roles, with strong technical knowledge in GMP manufacturing, Quality, CMC development, and regulatory standards. Proven track record in developing and implementing manufacturing strategies, managing large programs, and working in global, multi-cultural environments. Requires excellent planning, project management, communication, and leadership skills.
High-Value: Focus on pharmaceutical manufacturing within a biotech or pharma context, potentially involving biologics or small molecules, with emphasis on GMP compliance and strategic planning at a senior level. Cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain functions. Work setup details not specified; role implies a strategic and leadership focus in a global operations environment.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Science or Engineering; MBA preferred. At least 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, strategy, or leadership roles, with strong technical knowledge in GMP manufacturing, Quality, CMC development, and regulatory standards. Proven track record in developing and implementing manufacturing strategies, managing large programs, and working in global, multi-cultural environments. Requires excellent planning, project management, communication, and leadership skills.
High-Value: Focus on pharmaceutical manufacturing within a biotech or pharma context, potentially involving biologics or small molecules, with emphasis on GMP compliance and strategic planning at a senior level. Cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain functions. Work setup details not specified; role implies a strategic and leadership focus in a global operations environment.