Associate Director, Business Excellence Portfolio Strategy Aesthetics

Job Description The Business Excellence Strategy group within Global Portfolio Strategy & Operations works side-by-side with the Aesthetics R&D executive team on many of the most pressing issues facing the organization, both in the short- and long-term. This role has a direct impact on AbbVie's future success. As an Associate Director of Business Excellence Portfolio Strategy, you will partner with leaders across AbbVie to optimize the value of our portfolio and current/future assets. You will bring expertise in the biopharma industry, a passion for advancing strategic initiatives, and the ability to translate vision into tactical action. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team are essential. Responsibilities Drive end-to-end strategic innovation, communication and execution on the Allergan Aesthetics portfolio and assets in partnership with R&D and Commercial Leadership Teams, focusing on strategic planning, scenario evaluation, and data‑driven problem solving across drug and aesthetic medical device development. Support R&D strategy processes including annual franchise strategy reviews, long‑range plans, therapeutic area strategy and pipeline reviews, and high‑priority Asset Strategy Team support. Demonstrate strong project management and the ability to generate and communicate strategic insights. Support and lead strategic initiatives that address mission‑critical questions to position AbbVie for future success, such as: R&D competitive intelligence initiatives, including evidence‑based assessments and ongoing monitoring of key competitor activities across pipeline, scientific communications, and commercial channels. Dedicated strategic decision support for key pipeline assets, including governance deck development, pressure‑testing of business cases, and milestone storytelling from pre‑concept through pivotal trial design. Development and operationalization of R&D pipeline metrics and KPIs (e.g., cycle times, productivity indices, milestone tracking) for enterprise reporting, data collection, stakeholder alignment, and dashboard/visualization design. Structured competitive benchmarking analyses across franchises, synthesizing external best practices and internal data into actionable recommendations for R&D leadership. Rapid‑response support to R&D leadership on high‑importance/visibility priorities. Individual modules within complex, cross‑functional initiatives, including problem‑solving and distilling pragmatic recommendations for management consideration. Help communicate our strategy at executive forums across AbbVie. Monitor, understand, and prioritize external trends relevant to the enterprise and help determine how AbbVie should prepare and/or respond. Communicate strategy at executive forums across AbbVie. Qualifications Bachelor’s or equivalent degree required; advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, MBA) highly preferred. Minimum 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years with a Master’s, or 2+ years with a PhD. Strong problem‑solving and communication skills, with comfort leading meetings with senior‑level management. Experience managing large projects within a complex matrixed pharmaceutical organization, either as an external consultant or an internal cross‑functional lead. Demonstrated ability to engage senior leadership to drive alignment on a strategic vision and facilitate decision‑making on critical issues. Capability building / change management skills, leveraging empathy and coaching to achieve organizational buy‑in and lasting change. Highly collaborative, genuinely enjoys working with functions/businesses to develop solutions that advance AbbVie’s mission. Drive, energy, and passion to advance AbbVie’s mission. Compensation and Benefits 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 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 employer remains in the Company’s sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s 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. US & Puerto Rico only – to learn more, visit US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: #J-18808-Ljbffr