Manager, External Supply
Core
Managing assigned supplier relationships to support AbbVie's manufacturing network, ensuring quality, compliance, and service requirements are met.
Role type
Manager, External Supply
Builds
Supplier performance management, assurance of supply (AoS), and operational continuity for manufacturing
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
supplier relationship management, cross-functional partnership, KPI tracking, business review leadership, capacity planning, risk mitigation, due diligence, continuous improvement, budget management
Preferred skills
regulated industry supplier management, cGMP requirements, ERP (SAP) supplier quality systems, RFP/RFx drafting
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain effective relationships with assigned suppliers; Partner cross-functionally to address supplier performance and operational issues; Maintain and communicate supplier KPIs and action plans; Coordinate and lead supplier business reviews and operational review meetings; Lead Assurance of Supply (AoS) activities including forecast alignment and risk mitigation; Manage routine supply, service, and quality escalations; Support due diligence and qualification for new materials; Drive continuous improvement and cost initiatives; Represent the function in cross-functional meetings and support financial processes
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership
