Manager Procurement Communications and Integrated Management

Join an evolving agile diverse and global function poised to deliver value beyond financials through category management innovative problemsolving data and analytics risk management and supplier management. Our Procurement team is integral to driving AbbVies business strategy serving as trusted partners with leading capabilities and a customer of choice for our suppliers.  

Working closely with Director Corporate Communications as a matrix manager responsible for contributing to the development and of strategic internal and external communications as set out in the Procurement communications strategy. This role has accountability for the management and oversight of specific initiatives to drive a greater understanding and awareness of AbbVies business strategy highperforming culture and leadership with the purpose of engaging and empowering  employees to embody our highperforming culture which enhances our companys reputation as a great place to work.  In addition this role will provide project management support for Procurementwide strategic initiatives in scope for Integrated Procurement Management office.

This Procurement role will play a strategic role in building a nextgeneration approach to Procurement as it transforms to become a trusted business partner and an enabler of key business strategy along with customer of choice for suppliers. Now is the time to join a bestinclass Procurement organization shaping the future of value generation. 

Responsibilities:

Key contributor to planning and executing bestinclass communications aligned to Corporate Affairs and Operations Communications that advance AbbVies reputation as an innovative futureforward company that attracts and retains key talent.

Support strategies and initiatives that engage both Procurement and enterprise employees through compelling communications outreach programs and initiatives.

Contribute to the development and tracking of a multifaceted Procurement education and visibility plan with initiatives and programs that contribute to advancing Procurement strategic priorities. As part of the plan partner with external agencies and internal stakeholders utilizing effective vehicles to drive clearly defined messages across all channels of distribution reaching and engaging employees and external stakeholders.

Work collaboratively with Corporate Communications to identify and execute on highimpact internal and external communications opportunities that raise executive visibility for Procurement leaders and contribute to strategic goals.

Support planning logistics and of Procurement functional and executive town halls and luncheons both on a local and global level including liaising with affiliates Creative Network and other partners to ensure events are flawlessly executed and clearly convey strategic messaging.

Recommend innovative approaches to delivering communications that effectively tell the AbbVie story and provide the overview framework and voice for communications across all channels.

Provide project management support for Procurement wide strategic initiatives including managing project timelines and budget.

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Qualifications :

Bachelors Degree in Public Relations Integrated Marketing Communications Journalism or equivalent

6 years of relevant experience and proven track record of success in managing internal employee or change management communications

Experience in the healthcare/biopharma industry a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with knowledge of emerging communication trends and technologies; social media and executive writing experience a plus

Strong business acumen with the ability to anticipate company and team needs

Experience working with senior management and executive presence

Strong project management skills and ability to multitask

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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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