Director, AI Business Strategy & Implementation

About Abb Vie Abb Vie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to make a remarkable impact on peopleΔ lives across key therapeutic areas such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

Abb Vie, 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.

Responsibilities include leading the design, development, and deployment of AI-driven solutions to optimize manufacturing processes, engineering solutions, and contracting operations. The Director will collaborate with cross-functional teams, foster a culture of innovation, and oversee AI project governance to ensure robust, scalable, and compliant solutions. The role also serves as a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders and represents Abb Vie at industry forums.

• 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 and 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 Abb Vie 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 Abb Vie at industry forums as needed.

• Advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.) in Engineering, Science, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of biopharma manufacturing/engineering experience, including a strong track record in manufacturing, engineering, or highly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in AI strategy, deployment, and lifecycle management.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, regulatory compliance (FDA, GxP), and digital transformation.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project management abilities.

• Competitive base pay aligned with job grade; compensation may vary by geographic location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in long-term incentive programs.

Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only.

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