Associate Director External Manufacturing

Purpose
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 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 PDS&T. 
• In plant device manufacturing management experience preferred. 
• The individual needs a broad business perspective knowledge and understanding of device 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 Medical Device or Combo Product 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 or local law: 

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation holidays sick) medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

• This job is eligible to participate in our shortterm incentive programs. 

• This job is eligible to participate in our longterm incentive programs

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission incentive benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion consistent with applicable 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. 

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