AbbVie Posted September 18, 2026

Senior Associate, Process Excellence

Mettawa, IL Full-time
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Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie'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 have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at  www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on  LinkedIn,   Facebook ,  Instagram ,  X  and  YouTube.

Job Description

It is an exciting time to join AbbVie’s growing oncology team as we pursue our mission to have a remarkable impact on the lives of people affected by cancer. For more information, please visit abbvieoncology.com.

AbbVie Oncology Capabilities and Operation’s mission is to relentlessly advance excellence in oncology capabilities, operations, and advocacy through integrated teamwork and strong collaborations.  With our unparalleled perspective across the portfolio, we aim to drive impactful outcomes that continually elevate the internal and external presence of AbbVie Oncology.  By fostering agility and innovation, we are committed to unlocking what’s next for the benefit of our patients, our people, and our business.

The Senior Associate, Process Excellence will be responsible for commercial program and service contract management for AbbVie’s oncology portfolio. The successful candidate will closely collaborate with the U.S. Oncology Brand, Legal, Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC), Field Operations, Field Sales, Central Consultancy Group (CCG), Finance, Purchasing, IT, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Vendor Management to execute commercial program and service requests.

The Senior Associate, Process Excellence supports day-to-day business operations and contributes to the efficient execution of operational processes. This role assists with workflow coordination, data tracking, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to help ensure smooth and effective operations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Support daily operational activities and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time

Assist with coordination of workflows, processes, and administrative activities

Track, compile, and maintain operational data, reports, and records

Identify and escalate issues, gaps, or delays affecting operational performance

Partner with team members and cross-functional stakeholders to support business needs

Assist with process improvements to increase efficiency and consistency

Maintain compliance with company policies, standards, and applicable regulations

Support meeting preparation, documentation, and follow-up actions

Help monitor metrics and provide updates to leadership as needed

Contribute to initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and customer service

Other Responsibilities Include : 

Provide coverage support in the absence of other direct or cross-functional team members

Assists Oncology Operations team with seasonal initiatives that require additional operational support

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree or applicable work experience

3+ years of professional experience

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Highly self-motivated, detailed and results-oriented; able to manage own schedule, work independently, track activities and expenditures

Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills

Possesses strong project management, verbal, written and professional skills

Can effectively work with various departments and communicate clearly

Comfortable with last-minute requests and changes

Can thrive in an environment with some ambiguity

Ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities

Easily able to learn various new programs and processes

Preferred:

Background with Contracts (Master Service Agreement, Statement of Work, and Work Order)

Experience with funding requirements for Healthcare Organizations and Healthcare Providers

Familiarity with Group Purchasing Organizations

History providing support to suppliers and resolving payment challenges

Proficiency of AbbVie policies, procedures, culture, and other brand team operations

Pharmaceutical industry experience

Knowledge and experience in hematology and solid tumor markets

Continuous Improvement and/or Change Management skills

Familiarity with launching technology and tools to improve operational efforts

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. ​

AbbVie 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.

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Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Other / Corporate Functions
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Mettawa, IL
Employment type
Full-time

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