AbbVie · 23 hours ago
Program Manager, Operational Excellence
North Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expAbbVie is a company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions to address serious health issues. The Program Manager, Operational Excellence role involves managing multiple projects, coaching associates, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
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Responsibilities
Manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously, encompassing various types and complexities
Utilize project management methodologies to manage projects according to plan while managing, coaching, and developing associates to independently manage projects
Manage projects according to project management methodology and PM framework set forth
Manage the Project Portfolio encompassing all projects within the NADL organization
Be accountable for PM Framework elements to provide training and coaching to build project management capabilities within the National AbbVie Distribution and Logistics (NADL) organization, focusing on driving consistency and standardization of project execution, tools, and templates
Responsible for CI Framework elements training, including anticipating needs and developing training strategies, developing and update training materials, and tracking the effectiveness of the training programs
Manage change in the CI culture to significantly improve business and functional alignment and organizational execution while establishing performance measurement systems and goals aligned with organizational objectives
Leverage data and metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement; provide recommended solutions that drive the efficiency and effectiveness of the change management process or enhance business processes
Develop and manage communications around lessons learned to support the change management process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Accredited LSS Green Belt
6+ years of experience in managing projects and project portfolios, including using Six Sigma methodology with no supervision
6+ years of practical experience in Lean Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement, including but not limited to Lean tools (5S, Gemba Walk, PDCA, Kaizen & SMED Workshops)
Experience in CI culture-building
Proven leadership ability with excellent communication skills, including listening, verbal presentation, and written communication with people at all levels
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills
Proven ability to lead and develop working relationships
Strong workload management and organizational skills with demonstrated adaptability to changing business priorities
Capable of leading and coaching a multidisciplinary team from all levels and functions of the organization
Ability to influence without direct authority
Must be able to work with minimal management direction
Ability to assess project ROI
Experience working in Supply Chain, specifically in distribution, logistics and transportation, manufacturing, or operational environments
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
Working knowledge of data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau, SAC)
Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or other project governance tools
Analytical & Critical Thinking
Project & Program Management
Continuous Improvement
Training & Coaching
Cross-Functional Teamwork / Stakeholder Relationship Management
Time Management & Prioritization
Communication & Facilitation
Building Inclusive and high-performing Teams
Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
Change Leadership
Agility & Adaptability
General Supply Chain knowledge
Preferred
Master's Degree or MBA
Lean Certification
PMP or Equivalent Project Management Certification
Benefits
Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Short-term incentive programs
Long-term incentive programs
Company
AbbVie
AbbVie is a biopharmaceutical company focused on immunology, oncology, neuroscience, virology, and aesthetics. It is a sub-organization of AbbVie.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (273)
2024 (190)
2023 (225)
2022 (284)
2021 (186)
2020 (186)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15B2024-02-27Post Ipo Debt· $15B
2023-03-08Post Ipo Equity· $0.25M
2012-12-20IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Michael
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
Micah Bregman
Vice President, Global Strategy and Pipeline, Allergan Aesthetics
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