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Job Description
Title: Business Excellence Site Head
At our AbbVie Manorhamilton Road site in Sligo innovation is at the heart of everything we do. The Business Excellence Site Head position is pivotal in executing the overall Business & Operational Excellence strategy for the site, encompassing PMO (Project Management Office) and Operational Excellence (OpEx). In this role you will collaborate with all departments to spearhead new and innovative processes that drive cost improvements and process optimization, aligning efforts with AbbVie's global standards.
This is a key position for our site and will give you the opportunity to influence the site’s growth and strategy as well as making an impact across multiple teams within the operation. You will be part of the SLT and have a dedicated team of Op Ex and PMO professionals reporting into the role.
The site is situated in the beautiful surrounds of Sligo and can offer you a defined career path, comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment that promotes a positive work life balance.
If you are interested in starting a conversation with AbbVie MHR Sligo then read on for more information and start your application today!
Responsibilities:
- Leadership: Lead the OpEx and PMO teams, providing strategic direction and oversight.
- Project Management: Execute key strategic projects on-site, manage the overall project portfolio, and ensure alignment with business goals and priorities.
- Compliance: Ensure the department's adherence to regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance, conforming to AbbVie Global policies.
- Goal Setting: Collaborate with the Site Director to set departmental goals, schedules, and timetables.
- Performance Metrics: Control and report critical performance metrics and oversee departmental budgets.
- Team Leadership and Development: Leading program and project managers to maximize personnel potential through career development planning and foster a culture of open communication and teamwork.
- Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain strategic partnerships with internal and external executive-level management, regulatory agencies, vendors, and suppliers.
- Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement in business processes and personnel development.
- Tools Implementation: Support the implementation of Business Excellence tools to drive ongoing improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Education and Experience Required:
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant Science, Engineering, or Business Discipline.
- 10 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing industry, with managerial experience and experience in executing strategic business projects.
- In-depth knowledge of Manufacturing, Supply Chain, R&D, S&T, and CMO organizations.
- 5 years of demonstrated project management skills, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and meet defined quality standards.
- Over 2 years of direct people management experience at a management level.
AbbVie is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions for patients and being part of an inclusive work environment.
Additional Information
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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