AbbVie

Senior Specialist, Restricted Substances

AbbVie$100K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership ability and excellent communication skills.
  • Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision; results-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Strong knowledge of global restricted substances regulations (EU RoHS, EU REACH); familiar with pharma R&D and supply chain activities.
  • Demonstrated team player capable of collaborating effectively in a global environment.
  • Strong program management skills including planning and presentations.
  • Competency with Microsoft software suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Bachelor's degree in a science or technical-related field is required.

Responsibilities

  • Independently organize and manage all aspects of RSM regulatory projects including scope and resource management.
  • Ensure RSM compliance is integrated into long-term planning and new product introductions.
  • Develop and track actionable strategies for Restricted Substances activities.
  • Collaborate with teams to facilitate RSM compliance and development of processes.
  • Communicate chemical regulation requirements for pharmaceutical and other product markets.
  • Prepare and update guidelines and documentation for consistent RSM implementation.
  • Handle multiple projects of varying complexity simultaneously.
  • Analyze component information to assess restricted substances impact.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
  • 401(k) plan available to eligible employees.
  • Participation in short-term incentive programs.
Full Job Description
This position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining restricted substances management (RSM) regulatory requirements such as EU REACH, EU RoHS, US Conflict Minerals, China New Chemical Registration, Canadian Chemical Management Plan, Proposition 65, etc. Responsibilities: 373 Independently organize, develop, implement, and manage assigned aspects of existing- and novel RSM chemical regulatory projects. This includes outlining scope, time and resource management, communications, and risk mitigation throughout the project. Assigned aspects include interpreting regulatory requirements, creating an actionable business process, implementing the process, and demonstrating necessary compliance. 373 Ensure RSM compliance is considered as part of long-term and short-term planning, including lifecycle management and new product introduction 373 Implement strategies and action plans for Restricted Substances (RS) activities Develop, track, and communicate progress against program milestones and deliverables 373 Work collaboratively with appropriate organizations to facilitate RSM implementation and compliance through the communication of RSM issues and development of process and tools 373 Communicate chemical regulations requirements for the markets in which AbbVie places pharmaceutical, device, and cosmetic products; critically evaluate product- and supplier documentation to understand compliance risk 373 Prepare and update guidelines, policies, procedures, and other documentation to ensure consistent implementation across multiple AbbVie sites and functions. Work to incorporate global chemical regulations appropriately within AbbVie's existing systems and functions. 373 Handle multiple projects of various complexity in parallel 373 Interact internally, across multiple functional areas, and externally, with Suppliers and Third Party Manufacturers, to obtain restricted substances supporting data to justify business and regulatory needs. Data must be well-organized and stored within existing AbbVie systems. 373 Review and analyze component and sub-assembly information, assessing for restricted substances impact Qualifications Qualifications: 373 Proven leadership ability and excellent communication skills 373 Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision; results oriented; strong workload organization- and problem-solving skills 373 Have strong knowledge of today's key global restricted substances regulations (e.g. EU RoHS, EU REACH); familiarity with pharmaceutical R&D, pharma manufacturing/TPM, and supply chain activities 373 Demonstrated team player with ability to work collaboratively with RSM team and functional counterparts in a global environment; ability to influence and solicit cooperation (internally and externally) to meet program objectives 373 Strong program management skills and techniques (i.e. plans, schedules, presentations, etc.) 373 Competency with Microsoft software suite (e.g. PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel, Outlook) Education / Experience: 373 Bachelor's degree in a science or technical-related field is required 373 A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry in areas such as medical affairs, R&D, manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, etc... 373 Minimum of 8 years' experience in Restricted Substance Management or similar chemical regulatory field 373 Excellent presentation skills, proven problem-solving skills, strategic thinking Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: 373 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 roleat the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on manyfactors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. 373 We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. 373 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 isearned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits thatare 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 andabsolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$288.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.6 billion
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+17%
Revenue
$45.8 billion
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