Project Manager, R&D at Abbvie

About the Role

Project Managers at Japan Development (JD) are responsible for delivering high-quality project management to enable the Japan Asset Strategy Team (JAST) to plan and implement competitive asset strategies. This role involves effective communication and collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to bring impactful medicines to patients.

Key Responsibilities

• →Serve as a core member of JAST, coordinating the definition of team deliverables and the execution of activities.
• →Facilitate JAST meetings and actively contribute to cross-functional discussions from both a project management and strategic perspective.
• →Drive cross-functional alignment within JAST and structure team discussions to support effective decision-making practices.
• →Lead and coordinate the development of a robust Japan asset strategy that aligns with the global strategy.
• →Lead cross-functional communications and navigate JAST in effective interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• →Monitor project progress, ensuring that Japan timelines are accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with JAST members and stakeholders.
• →Obtain governance budget approval for the Japan components of projects and monitor budget status.
• →Proactively identify, communicate, and manage cross-functional asset risks, implementing appropriate mitigation and contingency plans.
• →Ensure timely and accurate project status reporting.
• →Drive project management initiatives aimed at process improvement, project success, and asset value maximization.
• →Share learning and collaborate with other Project Managers to apply best practices to JAST.
• →Enhance cross-functional team effectiveness and foster a high-performing JAST.
• →Conduct training and coaching to junior Project Managers and contribute to building talent pipeline.