Overview:

AbbVie, a global, research-driven biopharmaceutical company, is seeking a Director of AI Business Strategy & Implementation. This leadership role will drive the strategic vision and practical implementation of artificial intelligence solutions across Operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices.

The Director of AI Business Strategy & Implementation leads the strategic application of artificial intelligence to optimize manufacturing processes, engineering solutions, and contracting operations at AbbVie. This role defines and executes AI-driven strategies to enhance operational efficiency, innovation, cost-effectiveness, and quality across Operations, driving continuous improvement and digital transformation within the organization

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI-driven solutions to optimize practices across Operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Operations, IT, Quality, Compliance, and Data Science—to identify & execute high-impact AI initiatives.
• Lead a cross functional team, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement to execute high impact AI initiatives.
• Create and execute the AI strategy roadmap for Operations, adapting to evolving industry trends and AbbVie priorities.
• Oversee AI project governance, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and compliant with applicable regulations (e.g., FDA, GxP).
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies, tools, and regulatory guidance relevant to pharmaceutical manufacturing and engineering.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders, representing AbbVie at industry forums as needed.

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