Senior Scientist I/II – Outsourcing Manager, Analytical R&D Full-time NEW

Outsourcing Manager

The Outsourcing Manager is the single point of contact for the internal project development teams, QA, Business Operations, and external service providers. The position strategically coordinates global outsourcing activities to meet pipeline needs and given development timelines and budget, and assumes people-management responsibility for leading and developing a team. Existing processes are continuously challenged and further developed together with internal and external interfaces to increase their effectiveness. The role requires a high level of organizational, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities include managing and leading interactions with service providers and representing AbbVie's interests by supporting externalized early-phase development projects. The Outsourcing Manager will also strategically coordinate, plan, schedule, and monitor development work in formulation, manufacturing process development, and analytics within the given project timelines. They will maintain an overview and assessment of existing service providers and proactively drive the identification and qualification of new external partners. Additionally, they will prepare and file GMP-compliant documents and review analytical service-provider data. The role involves prioritizing activities and work packages and working with different areas to drive standardized, GMP-compliant, and effective outsourcing processes. The Outsourcing Manager will develop and continuously improve appropriate management systems, collaborate in global teams with internal and external partners, obtain and evaluate proposals and support contract preparation, contribute to the planning of and adherence to the budget for assigned projects, and contribute to the preparation, review, and negotiation of technical quality agreements, with a focus on analytical requirements. They will lead and develop a team and ensure compliance with GMP training requirements.

The qualifications for this position include a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and typically 10+ years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and typically 8+ years of experience, or a PhD 0-4 years experience (preferably in pharmaceutical development in a GMP-regulated environment). The role requires an individual who is self-motivated, self-reliant, structured, conscientious, detail-oriented, and able to work successfully in a fast-paced global team environment. Competency with software programs, including MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, is also required. Strong organizational skills, assertiveness, and demonstrated problem-solving skills, with strong attention to quality and detail when exercising organizational, documentation, and communication skills, are essential. Proven resilience, reliability, and flexibility in dealing with changing timelines and shifting work priorities are also necessary. Very good teamwork and communication skills when collaborating with global teams and internal and external interfaces are required.

The compensation range for this role is $96,500 – $183,500 USD. AbbVie offers 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 short-term incentive programs.