Manager, Process Improvement - Supply Chain (Onsite)

Lead complex improvement projects (in size and/or level of innovation) related to process improvements from corporate goal to project result. Reach agreement with project sponsors on expected savings, budget, project quality and implementation deadlines and manage assigned projects so that project goals are met within pre-defined boundaries. Be the main driver for Supply Chain project governance, strategy deployment, CI-tools and culture, and creating improvement by broadening the use of lean six sigma tools in the organization. Improve organizational effectiveness of Supply Chain Planning. Function as Change Agent for strategy deployment. Coach Supply Chain Function towards achieving its vision of becoming supply chain professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned and Self-directed initiatives and projects focusing on achieving
  corporate goals which at the start have been defined in broad terms.
• Provide governance, setting priorities and ensure efficient and effective project
  management and use of resources (people, money and time). Lead and initiate all activities that are necessary to successfully complete the projects. Connect with management and the
  operation for successful implementation of projects.
• Define value proposition and create portfolio of services. Improve processes, improve
  systems and develop people in order to create more value.
• Identify applicable practices and then function as a change agent within the organization to implement and ensure widespread adoption.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Influence change and gain support from key partners for improvement programs to achieve the
  supply chain professional vision.
• Develop, maintain and administer training/education programs on continuous improvement and
  related topics (Lean Six Sigma, kaizen).

• Bachelor require or Master of Science, Engineering, Economics or Business Management
• APICS certification, desired but not required
• 8 years’ experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management and/ or Financial Management
• Hands-on experience applying lean manufacturing, 6-Sigma, and advanced planning and control methods
• Proven capability to manage and implement change management programs
• Practical knowledge and experience in functioning as a Project Lead and/or Project Team
  member with proven accomplishments
• Capable of leading and coaching a multidisciplinary team from all levels and functions of
  the organization
• Strong cross functional collaboration with Finance, Manufacturing and within Supply Chain
• Practical knowledge of SAP/JDA and/or other similar systems
• Solid communication skills required as well as excellent Supply Chain management
  skills/understanding

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

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