✦ Luna Orbit — Healthcare & Medical

Associate Director, External Manufacturing - Small Molecule

at AbbVie

📍 North Chicago, IL Remote Posted March 10, 2026
Type Not Specified
Experience mid
Exp. Years 10+ years
Education Bachelor's Degree, preferably in science or technical related field. MSc or MBA degree is preferred.
Category Healthcare & Medical

This role involves leading external manufacturing operations for small molecules, ensuring quality, compliance, and supply chain efficiency through strategic management and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Negotiate manufacturing agreements
  • Oversee supply chain strategies
  • Collaborate with technical and quality teams
  • Monitor supplier performance
  • Lead programs and projects

The position requires expertise in supply chain, project management, quality systems, and regulatory standards within the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in healthcare manufacturing, supply chain, and quality assurance. They demonstrate leadership in managing third-party manufacturing and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Bachelor's Degree10+ years experienceManufacturingProject ManagementQuality SystemsRegulatory Compliance
MScMBASupply ChainFinancial Planning
Microsoft OfficeERP systemsQuality Management Software
Supply Chain ManagementProject ManagementQuality Management SystemsRegulatory ComplianceManufacturingProcess ImprovementFinancial PlanningProgram ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation
Supply Chain ManagementProject ManagementQuality Management SystemsRegulatory ComplianceManufacturingProcess ImprovementFinancial PlanningProgram ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation
LeadershipCommunicationStrategic ThinkingTeamworkProblem-solvingTime ManagementCollaborationDecision Making
Industry Healthcare & Medical
Job Function Manage external manufacturing relationships for pharmaceutical products
Associate DirectorThird Party ManufacturingTPMSupply ChainProject ManagementQuality Management SystemsRegulatory ComplianceManufacturingProcess ImprovementFinancial Operating PlanProgram ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiationLeadershipComplianceQuality Systems

Less than 10 years of relevant experience, Lack of experience in healthcare manufacturing, No experience with regulatory standards, Inability to work remotely

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