Associate Director, AI Engineering– Operations Transformation (Hybrid)

Job Summary:

The Associate Director AI Engineering Operations Transformation will lead the development deployment and management of advanced artificial intelligence solutions to drive operational excellence across AbbVies manufacturing and supply chain operations. This leader will own cross-functional AI initiatives supporting key operations priorities such as process optimization quality improvement automation predictive analytics and digital transformation. The role will partner closely with Operations IT Engineering Quality Supply Chain and Analytics teams to maximize the business value of AI-driven insights and automation in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the AI strategy for Operations aligning initiatives with AbbVies strategic priorities for efficiency quality and innovation.
• Identify curate and drive high-impact opportunities to apply AI/ML to operational challenges in manufacturing supply chain quality and asset management.
• Lead cross-functional project teams in designing developing and scaling AI solutions including predictive maintenance defect detection demand forecasting digital twins and intelligent automation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate AI models with existing operations platforms (MES SCADA ERP) ensuring seamless workflow and data governance.
• Establish best practices frameworks and governance for responsible AI development deployment monitoring and ongoing improvement within operations.
• Develop talent lead upskilling and foster a culture of innovation and AI adoption across the operations workforce.
• Monitor emerging AI trends and technologies in manufacturing and regulated industries advising on potential adoption and piloting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements (GxP FDA) and AbbVies internal standards for data privacy and security in AI solutions.
• Present results value and recommendations to executive leadership and operational stakeholders.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science Computer Science Engineering Operations Research or related field; PhD a plus.
• 10 years of experience in AI/ML solution design and deployment ideally within manufacturing supply chain or similar operational environments; pharmaceutical experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional technical project teams and successful scaling of AI/ML applications in an operational setting.
• Deep knowledge of AI/ML tools techniques (supervised/unsupervised learning computer vision NLP) and relevant technology stacks.
• Proficiency with integrating AI into digital operations platforms and industrial automation systems.
• Strong communication change management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with GxP FDA and data privacy regulations as they apply to AI and industrial data.

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 thisposting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic locationand 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 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 commissionincentive 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 anduntil 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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