Associate Director, External Manufacturing - Small Molecule Employer AbbVie Location North Chicago, IL Salary 141500 - 268500 USD Start date Aug 15, 2026 View more categories View less categories Discipline Manufacturing & Production , Manufacturing/Mechanical Required Education Bachelors Degree Position Type Full time Hotbed BioMidwest , Best Places to Work Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job Job Details Company Job Details Company Description 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 immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok . Job Description The Associate Director, Third Party Manufacturing (TPM) Manager will be the main supplier relationship contact person in charge of providing the organization, supervision, strategic initiatives, and technical support necessary to manage supply of designated products. The role will ensure that high quality product is manufactured in compliance with local and international regulations, and released and delivered according to the established forecasts, schedules, and cost planned. This position also manages projects and programs impacting AbbVie to ensure a cost effective, marketable and manufacturable product and maximizes profitability throughout its life cycle. Through matrix management of cross functional groups/individuals, the Associate Director, TPM is responsible for leading various teams without direct authority, providing program management support, and is the primary AbbVie representative to coordinate operations for existing and new products manufactured with the supplier.

Responsibilities :

Participate in the negotiation of the Manufacturing Service Agreement and amendments, and ensure compliance with the terms of the agreements. Ensure effective planning and material procurement strategies are in place to supply the TPM with the required materials. Communicate to the TPM the product forecasts, and agree on manufacturing and delivery schedules. In coordination with Supply Chain and Planning, ensure the supplier delivers the product according to the demand forecasted. Actively participate in the development of Financial Operating Plan, Updates, LRP, and Standard processes, and ensure the financial goals are met Coordinate the Steering Committee and monitor that the Virtual Operation Teams meet periodically to evaluate performance, address issues, and if necessary escalate. Review status reports and prepare updates for Senior leadership. In collaboration with technical and quality teams, periodically review process performance, quality trends, and agree on process improvement plans. Establish governance, guidelines, and communication channels. Ensure in coordination with the quality units that the supplier has the required quality systems and documentation to meet regulatory requirements, follow up inspection responses and commitments. Coordinate with QA, the annual quality management review and periodic audits of the TPM. Ensure deviations are properly investigated and product disposition decisions are made in a timely manner. Establish performance metrics and periodically track performance. Develop, implement and manage the programs or projects such as scope, cost, time & resource management, communication and risk management through the initiating, planning and executing phases of the project. Qualifications Bachelors Degree, preferably in science or technical related field. MSc or MBA degree is preferred. A minimum of 10+ years of experience, in areas such as: manufacturing, engineering, project management, quality and S&T. The individual needs a broad business perspective, knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes. Strong project experience and an ability to influence others are essential. Previous experience managing subcontracted relationships preferred. Proven leadership ability with superior communication skills including listening, verbal, presentation and written. Strong strategy development and planning skills coupled with necessary knowledge of pharmaceutical development, manufacturing and supply activities. Issue identification and strong problem analysis and solution development skills. Demonstrated team player and ability to work in a globally oriented work environment. Strong knowledge of business financial systems and tools Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.

Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms. This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentiveprograms

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No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.

The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable 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. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html Company 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.

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