Procurement Director - Category Management Lead, IT

Director, Category Management Lead – Responsibilities Create overarching Category Strategy through execution inclusive of supplier strategies, governance mode, Supplier Relationship Management. Implement innovative approaches to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement activities, contributing to the organization competitive edge and financial health. Employ data analytics at a strategic level to transform procurement operations and decision‑making. Drive innovation and thought leadership, leading complex programs and initiatives from strategy through implementation. Orchestrate procurement projects with a strategic lens, ensuring they are aligned with overarching business objectives and contribute to the long‑term strategic vision. Lead stakeholder and functional engagement and management across Enterprise, Operations, R&D, and Operations within the IT categories of leadership. Create category playbooks, negotiation strategy and term sheet. Manage Category Council to ensure category strategy is pulled through and regional, local requirements are met. Create project/supplier strategy team for strategy through execution based on complexities and an aligned approach with established roles, escalations, and timelines. Oversee and guide the development and execution of long‑term category strategy across multiple procurement categories, optimizing cost, efficiency and quality. Act as the critical link between procurement and business units, ensuring procurement strategies align and actively contribute to achieving business objectives. In the absence of a designated business partner role, step into this capacity, serving as a strategic advisor and partner to senior business leadership. Oversee market trend analysis and supplier landscape assessments to inform strategic decisions. Champion sustainability and ESG initiatives, ensuring procurement practices align with organizational and global standards. Cultivate high‑level strategic partnerships with category suppliers, spearheading joint initiatives that advance innovation and continuous improvement by challenging the status quo. Lead a comprehensive approach to identifying and mitigating supplier risks at a category level. Strategically ensure robust compliance with global standards, incorporating a holistic view that encompasses the entire value chain processes. Provide visionary leadership and directly manage a team of category managers, focusing on strategic mentoring and development. Cultivate a culture that prioritizes excellence, continuous improvement and team cohesion. Implement comprehensive workforce plans that ensure the category team’s capabilities are not only aligned with current organizational needs but are also scalable and adaptable for future challenges. Director, Category Management Lead – Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance or a related field. Master’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Minimum of 12 years of experience in procurement, supply chain or a related business or operations function. Previous experience leading category management teams and reporting to senior procurement leadership. Strong executive presence and ability to influence across the organization, supplemented by robust soft skills. Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry is required. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range described below represents the range of possible base pay 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 the Company 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, etc.), 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 wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested and determinate. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole and absolute discretion 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Allergan