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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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Government Affairs Associate Director, Operational Excellence will assess needs and work with colleagues across AbbVie’s Government Affairs organization to drive cross-functional process standardization for State Government Affairs, Federal Government Affairs, International Government Affairs, and Global Policy U.S. Access Strategies needs. This role additionally requires working with cross-functional partners in Finance, Business Technology Solutions, and Compliance to enhance and support Government Affairs shared automation opportunities with respect to business procurement and data reporting, identify and create training and organizational learning opportunities, and influence overall efficiencies to enable agility in achieving Government Affairs strategies. This role will serve as a catalyst for operational change, integrating data and reporting, leading complex projects, and enabling scalable, sustainable processes that support organizational objectives and future growth.
REPORTS TO: Director, Strategic Planning & Operations, Government Affairs
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Drive Operational Excellence
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Identify operational efficiency gaps and implement targeted improvements for measurable business outcomes, including advancing technology development, automation, and standardization.
- Champion the adoption of digital tools, standardized workflows, and continuous improvement, and coordinate training programs to bridge skill gaps and empower teams to support business objectives.
- Lead ongoing process documentation and governance framework implementation to ensure consistent, high-quality execution.
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Facilitate capability development by proactively addressing technical skill gaps, coordinating targeted training, promoting continuous learning, and fostering a growth-oriented, agile environment.
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Reporting, Compliance, and Financial Oversight
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Integrate and streamline reporting across functions to meet Government Affairs leadership needs.
- Establish clear metrics and KPIs, and develop consistent dashboards for Government Affairs.
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Provide comprehensive support for financial processes and accounting activities within Government Affairs including LRP, Plan, and LBE processes while ensuring diligent and ongoing financial oversight.
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AbbVie Corporate Political and AbbVie PAC Operations Leadership Support
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Ensure effective integration, training, and compliance with AbbVie political funding operations and serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for AbbVie political policies and processes.
- Support audits and manage the preparation of annual tax returns in partnership with Finance and Treasury ensuring full compliance with AbbVie Foundation and relevant entity requirements.
- Facilitate engagement and alignment among key stakeholders (e.g., OEC, Legal, Finance, AbbVie PAC Board). Coordinate annual budget planning, board preparation, and operational processes to ensure transparent, collaborative, and compliant political operations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or 10+ years of relevant experience
- Proven experience fostering collaboration across cross-functional organization while influencing without authority.
- Experience in leveraging data manipulation platforms such as DataIku, Alteryx, or Tableau preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI for advanced data analysis, visualization, and presentation development.
- Strong strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to design and implement innovative solutions.
- Excellent business acumen and analytical skills and the ability to anticipate leadership, team, and organizational needs, and proactive in seeking out opportunities and innovations to improve operational efficiencies.
- Ability to effectively manage large budgets, perform forecasting and horizon scanning, and analyze data to drive evidence-based strategic and operational enhancements.
- Expertise in data management and optimization, leveraging data for reporting, communications and decision-making processes.
- Effective leadership with executive presence and proven presentation and communication (oral & written) skills. Proven ability to communicate and deliver results, actions, decisions, and concerns with little direction or supervision in a timely manner.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
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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.
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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
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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.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
INTRODUCTION
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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Government Affairs Associate Director, Operational Excellence will assess needs and work with colleagues across AbbVie’s Government Affairs organization to drive cross-functional process standardization for State Government Affairs, Federal Government Affairs, International Government Affairs, and Global Policy U.S. Access Strategies needs. This role additionally requires working with cross-functional partners in Finance, Business Technology Solutions, and Compliance to enhance and support Government Affairs shared automation opportunities with respect to business procurement and data reporting, identify and create training and organizational learning opportunities, and influence overall efficiencies to enable agility in achieving Government Affairs strategies. This role will serve as a catalyst for operational change, integrating data and reporting, leading complex projects, and enabling scalable, sustainable processes that support organizational objectives and future growth.
REPORTS TO: Director, Strategic Planning & Operations, Government Affairs
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Drive Operational Excellence
-
Identify operational efficiency gaps and implement targeted improvements for measurable business outcomes, including advancing technology development, automation, and standardization.
- Champion the adoption of digital tools, standardized workflows, and continuous improvement, and coordinate training programs to bridge skill gaps and empower teams to support business objectives.
- Lead ongoing process documentation and governance framework implementation to ensure consistent, high-quality execution.
-
Facilitate capability development by proactively addressing technical skill gaps, coordinating targeted training, promoting continuous learning, and fostering a growth-oriented, agile environment.
-
Reporting, Compliance, and Financial Oversight
-
Integrate and streamline reporting across functions to meet Government Affairs leadership needs.
- Establish clear metrics and KPIs, and develop consistent dashboards for Government Affairs.
-
Provide comprehensive support for financial processes and accounting activities within Government Affairs including LRP, Plan, and LBE processes while ensuring diligent and ongoing financial oversight.
-
AbbVie Corporate Political and AbbVie PAC Operations Leadership Support
-
Ensure effective integration, training, and compliance with AbbVie political funding operations and serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for AbbVie political policies and processes.
- Support audits and manage the preparation of annual tax returns in partnership with Finance and Treasury ensuring full compliance with AbbVie Foundation and relevant entity requirements.
- Facilitate engagement and alignment among key stakeholders (e.g., OEC, Legal, Finance, AbbVie PAC Board). Coordinate annual budget planning, board preparation, and operational processes to ensure transparent, collaborative, and compliant political operations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or 10+ years of relevant experience
- Proven experience fostering collaboration across cross-functional organization while influencing without authority.
- Experience in leveraging data manipulation platforms such as DataIku, Alteryx, or Tableau preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI for advanced data analysis, visualization, and presentation development.
- Strong strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to design and implement innovative solutions.
- Excellent business acumen and analytical skills and the ability to anticipate leadership, team, and organizational needs, and proactive in seeking out opportunities and innovations to improve operational efficiencies.
- Ability to effectively manage large budgets, perform forecasting and horizon scanning, and analyze data to drive evidence-based strategic and operational enhancements.
- Expertise in data management and optimization, leveraging data for reporting, communications and decision-making processes.
- Effective leadership with executive presence and proven presentation and communication (oral & written) skills. Proven ability to communicate and deliver results, actions, decisions, and concerns with little direction or supervision in a timely manner.
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.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Director Operational Excellence
Document your cross-functional impact quantitatively
PERM requires your employer to define a specific job role tied to your credentials. Pull together measurable outcomes from process improvement projects, such as cycle-time reductions or defect-rate changes, that directly support the specialty occupation argument.
Target manufacturers with dedicated PERM filing history
Operational excellence directors are concentrated in manufacturing, aerospace, and healthcare operations. Search OFLC Wage Search to identify which employers have filed PERM applications for this job title, filtering by SOC code 11-1021 or 11-9199.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
If your master's degree is in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field, push your employer to evaluate EB-2 eligibility before defaulting to EB-3, since EB-2 avoids the longer PERM recruitment advertising window in some cases.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by green card sponsorship
Searching broadly wastes time when most postings don't clarify immigration support. Migrate Mate lets you filter Director Operational Excellence openings specifically by employers who sponsor employment-based green cards, cutting weeks off your job search.
Confirm the employer's PERM recruitment timeline before signing
PERM requires DOL-supervised recruitment ads before your employer can file. Ask whether the company has already run this recruitment or plans to start after your offer, since that advertising window adds four to six months before USCIS even sees the I-140 petition.
Align your job description to the O*NET profile
USCIS scrutinizes whether the offered role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Cross-check your drafted job description against the O*NET profile for your occupation to ensure duties like Lean deployment and KPI governance are reflected accurately and defensibly.
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Find Director Operational Excellence JobsDirector Operational Excellence Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director Operational Excellence role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply depending on your credentials and how the employer structures the position. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree, which is common for operational excellence directors in engineering or quality functions. EB-3 applies for roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine the correct classification during PERM preparation.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization tied to a single employer. Unlike H-1B, EB-2 and EB-3 have no annual lottery, so your petition isn't subject to random selection. The tradeoff is timeline: the full PERM-to-green-card process often takes two to four years, longer than an H-1B approval.
What does PERM labor certification require from my employer for this job?
The employer must conduct DOL-supervised recruitment to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the Director Operational Excellence role at the prevailing wage. This involves posting the position through specific channels, documenting the recruitment outcomes, and submitting the ETA-9089 form to DOL. The prevailing wage is determined using the OFLC Wage Search based on the job's location and SOC code.
How can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Director Operational Excellence positions?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about immigration support during interviews. Focusing on industries with high operational excellence hiring, such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and consumer goods, also narrows your search to employers familiar with PERM sponsorship.
Can I change jobs after my employer starts the green card process?
Yes, with caveats. If your I-140 has been approved for more than 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a similar role without restarting the green card process from scratch. For Director Operational Excellence, the new role must be in the same or a substantially similar occupation. Discuss portability strategy with a USCIS-familiar immigration attorney before accepting any new offer.
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