Manager, Portfolio Program Planning

North Chicago, IL, United Statesfull timeOn Site

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AbbVie The Manager, Portfolio Program Planning provides advanced project management support for complex drug development projects and leads small cross-functional process improvement initiatives. This role involves developing project plans, managing risks, and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced and extensive project management support to multiple complex drug development projects
Drive team accountability to meet project deliverables
Develop multiple project planning scenarios; identify, monitor, and analyze business risks
Manage activities to ensure functions have the right tools, reports, & data for accurate resource estimate
Manage small cross-functional process improvement initiatives
Lead small teams through execution on defined objectives
Support and advise Project Managers on monthly project plan maintenance and information reporting
Compile and provide routine standard reports on a monthly and ad hoc basis
Develop and provide advanced training courses, presentations, and guidance to foster best practices
Support and execute on business development and merger & acquisition integration activities
Establish and maintain strong network within department and external clients
Actively manage cross-functional and departmental team behaviors