Sr Manager, Strategic Process Excellence Lead - OED Development Operations
AbbVie
September 16, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (North Chicago, IL)
Worldwide
$236,500 - $236,500 USD yearly
Operations
Role: Senior Manager Process Excellence Lead (PEL) in Oncology Early Development, responsible for optimizing and maintaining process health across clinical operations, data management, statistical programming, and medical monitoring. Core responsibilities include defining and monitoring KPIs, leading continuous process improvements, managing process governance, and ensuring compliance and efficiency within the oncology development pipeline. Acts as the process expert, partnering with functional leaders to streamline workflows, update SOPs, and drive transformational change. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in pharmaceutical or regulated industries; 5+ years in process management and continuous improvement; strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and GxP knowledge; proficiency in metrics-driven decision-making and data analysis. Preferred qualifications encompass experience with Lean/Six Sigma, Business Process Management, and advanced degrees (Masters or PhD). High-value specifics include focus on oncology early development, process optimization in clinical/regulatory environments, and cross-functional collaboration within a matrixed organization. Location and travel details are not specified.