AbbVie

Associate Business Systems Consultant

AbbVie • $95K — $115K *
North Chicago, IL 60064In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree plus 6 years' experience; Master's degree plus 5 years' experience; PhD plus 0 years' experience.
  • Experience with IT system ownership and implementation.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Scrum or Kanban frameworks.
  • Proven collaboration with global engineering and design teams.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in leading project teams and stakeholder management in cross-functional environments.
  • Strong analytical skills for actionable business insights.
  • Proficient English communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Support stakeholders in R&D Discovery and Corporate Business Strategy with IT system ownership.
  • Provide strategic technological consultation for business initiatives.
  • Develop plans to deliver necessary technological capabilities for business goals.
  • Analyze business processes, document requirements, and propose IT solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
  • Identify business process improvement opportunities through technology engagement.
  • Collect and analyze data using appropriate tools.

Benefits

  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick days.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan available for eligible employees.
  • Eligible to participate in short-term incentive programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Join our collaborative and global team as an Associate Business Systems Consultant (Assoc. BSC) supporting the IR Discovery team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to enhance your business-tech skills while contributing to AbbVie's mission of positively impacting patients' lives by advancing the future of medicine. Our organization invests in customized career development, providing you with the tools and resources needed to succeed.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct partnership and IT system ownership in support of stakeholders in R&D Discovery and Corporate Business and Strategy Office (CBSO).
  • Provide strategic technology consultation, guidance, and leadership (where appropriate) for business/domain initiatives.
  • Develop and lead plans necessary to deliver the technological capabilities needed to enable business objectives.
  • Analyze business processes; elicit, analyze, and document business requirements; identify, create proposals, and present alternative solutions, assesses feasibility, and makes recommendations typically seeking to exploit and leverage new or existing IT technology components; Change management; And lead, coordinate/perform testing, verification, and validation of requirements.
  • Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
  • Work with business teams to understand specific business processes, business drivers, and business strategies across multiple functions; Identify, prioritize, and communicate resulting needs and opportunities for business process improvement that can be enabled via technology.
  • Use appropriate tools to collect, correlate, and analyze data; record and maintain technical system and SDLC documentation and training materials. Conduct testing and develop preliminary findings. Adhere to AbbVie system standards and procedures.
  • Manage projects according to project scope and milestones. Determine approach and solution to problem when issue is within scope. Guide the efforts of technical teams.
  • Proactively investigate and understand capabilities of existing systems and technologies already in use across the business area and similar and interconnected business areas in AbbVie; Investigate emerging internal and external technologies and actively connect these capabilities to proactively address business needs.
  • Anticipate risks project/program risks, defines mitigation plans, and work with teams to implement. Work with business partners and BTO management, responsible for resolving changes to scope, issues, and risks that will affect multiple and/or large-scale projects/programs.
  • Anticipate and respond to current and emerging business needs and evaluate alternative IT solutions using standard information systems methodologies and best practices.
  • Proactively seek strategic business opportunities for the application of new or existing IT capabilities (across multiple business areas) with high-level business unit executives providing key opinion-leading clients with comprehensive strategic analyses and insights to help them discover strategic uses of IT products and services. Experience managing a project/program.
  • Build collaborative relationships and effectively interact with business and/or technology teams. Acts as a liaison and business process expert to assure successful implementation. Serve as a source of information for the business teams. Subject matter expert in their technology and/or functional domain.
  • Consistently demonstrate AbbVie's Ways of Working and Leadership Attributes. Ability to communicate problems in terms that are understandable to BTS Leadership and end users at all levels.


Qualifications

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree plus 6 years' technical experience; Master's degree plus 5 years' experience; PhD plus 0 years' experience.
  • IT system ownership and system implementation experience
  • Proven experience with Agile methodologies, and Scrum or Kanban frameworks.
  • Proven experience collaborating with engineering and design teams spread across the globe.
  • 2+ year of experience leading project teams and/or stakeholder management in a cross-functional environment
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw insights that drive the business forward.
  • Determines and develops approach and solutions to problems.
  • Fluent in English as AbbVie's designated global business language.
  • Experience with external inspection teams to facilitate audits, collaborate to provide documentation, and address findings related to business applications.
  • Experience with AI-enabled tools and automation to support business process improvement, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making including working with business partners to create prototypes and dashboards on the fly.
  • Familiarity with knowledge graph concepts and semantic data structures to support the organization, connection, and interpretation of business information across systems.
  • Interest in emerging digital capabilities, including AI and connected data approaches, to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to generate application/technical requirements leveraging both traditional and agentic methods.

Preferred:
  • Experience in project management tools, such as Jira
  • Experience in Data Analytics
  • Experience in Vendor Relationship management
  • Scientific or healthcare related background
  • Experience in Highly Restricted/Secret Data management
  • Familiar with M&A processes


Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
  • We offer 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.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

About AbbVie

AbbVie develops pharmaceuticals and medical devices. They provide products and services to therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology.

AbbVie Careers

Joining AbbVie means becoming part of a global team dedicated to making a remarkable impact on patients' lives. At AbbVie, our employees are united in the pursuit of groundbreaking innovation and are committed to transforming the future of healthcare with leading-edge science.

Work You’ll Do

At AbbVie, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to solve challenging problems that have a high impact on society. Our culture fosters growth and embraces leadership and diversity training, ensuring that every team member can thrive.

Explore Job Opportunities

AbbVie offers a wide range of job opportunities and career paths, providing a platform where professionals can propel their careers forward. From research and development to marketing and sales, the potential to make a significant impact is limitless.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with an AbbVie internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry experience and a chance to develop essential skills in a real-world setting. Interns at AbbVie are considered integral members of the team and are given tasks that are both challenging and rewarding.

Professional Growth and Development

We believe in nurturing our team's professional growth through comprehensive training programs, leadership development opportunities, and continuous learning. Our commitment to your career growth is reflected in our robust offerings that enhance your skills and knowledge.

Benefits and Culture

AbbVie is dedicated to supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside of work. Our benefits package includes health, financial, and social benefits that are designed to support the diverse needs of our employees. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and innovation, fostering a workplace where all can excel.

Hiring Process

Our hiring process is designed to ensure a match that will be beneficial both for the company and for your career aspirations. From resume submission to interview, each step is an opportunity to showcase your skills and fit with the AbbVie team.

Networking and Career Advancement

At AbbVie, networking doesn’t just enhance your career; it propels it. We encourage our employees to engage internally and externally to build relationships that foster personal and professional growth.

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Whether you’re seeking to advance your career in a dynamic and empowering environment, or looking for a place where you can innovate, lead, and contribute to something bigger, AbbVie is the place for you. Join us in our mission to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow.
Learn more about AbbVie
Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$288.5 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$4.6 billion
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+17%
Revenue
$45.8 billion
NASDAQ
ABBV
* Ladders Estimates

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