Purpose
The Senior Director of US Operations and Global Security Strategy will lead the development and implementation of an effective global security policy and strategy and execution of our US security operations. This role will enhance physical security in the US and implement processes that enable the rapid identification and mitigation of risks. Additionally the incumbent will provide leadership and drive process effectiveness through strategic direction guidance and advise for AbbVie Global Security processes and service deliverables. The role operates under direction of the functional Vice President of Global Security and is located in Lake County IL.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain the framework for internal security processes driving internal alignment efficiency and governance in security operations and processes. Develop and direct enterprise-wide security strategy.
- Provide strategic leadership in planning and implementation of Global Security core and future services security programs projects and initiatives.
- Lead Global Security team directly responsible for protecting headquarters and AbbVie US sites employees and assets including security systems site risk mitigation and management emergency response crisis preparedness (per AbbVie program).
- Drive manufacturing and Supply Chain Security activity in NC and AP (per AbbVies programs).
- Advise develop and maintain strong relationships with AbbVie executive and senior leaders as well as other key stakeholders. Act as a thought partner to Business leaders in anticipating risk trends disruptors and strategy creation.
- Responsible for identifying developing implementing and maintaining security policies procedures standards training methods strategies and programs to prevent or mitigate company losses due to theft misuse vandalism assault product tampering espionage sabotage or financial loss.
- Lead innovation and continuous improvement through the organizations strategic planning LRP and annual Plan processes and develop maintain and present US Security metrics and key performance indicators.
- Ensure that Global Security Governance & Strategy is complementary to company culture and values and will ensure that security policies are fully implemented across the business. Guide alignment of departmental objectives with Operations and AbbVie strategic objectives.
- Drive a positive culture and engaged workforce and create an inclusive and equitable working environment.
- Responsible for full annual budgetary control/discretion within approved annual budget.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors Degree Masters or other relevant advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years experience in Security Management or an equivalent number of years and experience in a related field (e.g. Military law enforcement public or private sector security organization) with successive leadership roles and responsibility.
- Experience should include a broad spectrum of responsibilities such as site security systems/ practices workforce protection supply chain security business continuity etc.
Global experience including international security operations in key markets preferred. - Proven leadership skills and the ability to lead direct and influence at senior levels in the organization.
Motivational leader able to provide direction build consensus and earn confidence and trust at all levels across diverse cultures.
Demonstrate exceptional risk-based judgment and an executive presence. - Solid background of leading physical security programs at a corporate level and will have a proven track record in implementing systems that protect assets across a global organization.
Persistent and resilient in the face of challenge and ambiguity. Remains calm under pressure.
Ability to make high-stakes decisions (people financial business). Deals comfortably with risk and ambiguity. - Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to and influence senior and executive leadership.
- Solid strategic planning and analytical skills as well as technical knowledge relevant to the position.
- Prior success in talent and budget management.
- Understanding of laws and regulations applicable to the biopharma industry preferred.
Key Stakeholders
All Operations functions BTS HR Communications Finance Legal & OEC. External agencies at global federal state & local levels including Law Enforcement Emergency Management first responders & those engaged in public-private sector partnerships
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 short-term incentive programs.
This job is eligible to participate in our long-term 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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Employment Type :
Full-time