Senior Director, Category Management and Procurement - Technology and AI

AbbVie

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$206,500–$393,000 / yr
Posted
77 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Jun 26, 2126

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Above market

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

AbbVie currently has 297 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Director, Category Management and Procurement - Technology and AI

The Senior Director, Category Management and Procurement – Technology and AI is a global leadership role within the Enterprise Procurement team. This individual serves as the primary point of accountability for all technology categories, including AI and emerging platforms. The role involves developing and executing global category management plans, managing vendor relationships, overseeing contract management, and ensuring procurement strategies align with the technology portfolio to enable scientific innovation. Key responsibilities include leading a global team of professionals, driving continuous improvement in processes and systems, and maintaining P&L accountability for the portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, and risk management. Required skills include proficiency in tools like Coupa, SAP, and Ariba, alongside strong analytical capabilities to translate complex data into executive-ready insights regarding digital transformation and technological advancements.

What you'll do

  • Serve as the primary point of accountability for all global Technology categories and procurement strategies.
  • Develop and execute category management plans that balance speed, risk management, and value creation.
  • Align procurement strategies with the technology portfolio to support scientific innovation and AI initiatives.
  • Manage P&L accountability including budget management, financial performance tracking, and value delivery.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a global team of category professionals to build deep capabilities.
  • Translate complex data into strategic insights and executive-ready recommendations for senior leadership.
  • Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, systems integration, and governance.
  • Act as a thought partner to technology leaders to ensure procurement enables rather than constrains innovation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree required; background in science, business, finance, supply chain, engineering, or related field preferred.
  • MBA or relevant MS / PhD degree strongly preferred.
  • 12+ years of strategic sourcing and procurement experience.
  • 5+ years in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or similar fast-paced industries (preferred).
  • Demonstrated expertise in Technology procurement.
  • Proven experience leading teams and complex category portfolios.
  • Professional certification in procurement, supply chain, or Six Sigma (desired).
  • Experience with procurement systems such as Coupa, SAP, and Ariba (preferred).

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