Manager, Solutions Delivery

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of . Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity The Manager, Solutions Delivery plays a critical role within the Business Technology organization, combining strategic leadership with handson delivery of technology solutions that enable global commercial operations. This role is responsible for planning, building, and delivering scalable, highquality IT solutions while ensuring alignment with business strategy, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a resultsdriven IT leader who thrives in a collaborative, fastpaced environment and has a proven ability to bridge functional business needs with technical execution. What Youll Work On Lead the planning, development, and operation of enterprise information technology systems and commercial technology platforms Own endtoend solution and program delivery across project execution and ongoing operational lifecycles Partner with business leaders and IT stakeholders to define program objectives, business cases, and longterm technology roadmaps Lead and coordinate multiple interrelated IT initiatives, managing scope, schedule, budget, risks, dependencies, and change Provide daytoday leadership for crossfunctional teams, including internal staff and external vendors, driving collaboration and highperformance delivery Guide the selection, installation, and use of hardware, software, and thirdparty solutions Oversee commercial technology platforms such as Salesforce, Conga, PROS, and/or Model N, including vendor management and solution oversight Support quoting, pricing, contracting, rebate/accrual calculations, and contract compliance monitoring capabilities Define, implement, and enforce IT policies, procedures, technical standards, methods, and priorities Own release, deployment, and DevOps management activities, including cutover planning and golive execution Ensure security, quality control, and compliance of information systems in line with corporate policies and regulatory requirements Monitor system operations, identify improvement opportunities, and drive process optimization Control and recommend IT budgets and investments Lead investigations, feasibility studies, and assessments of proposed and existing systems Allocate, develop, mentor, and evaluate IT staff and project team resources Act as an escalation point for critical risks, issues, and defects, ensuring timely resolution Facilitate workshops to gather requirements, document current and futurestate processes, and define solution designs Participate in preprogram and Phase 0 activities, including solution demos and client proposals Communicate program and portfolio status through clear, concise reporting to senior and executive leadership Travel domestically up to approximately 5% as required Required Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience (Associates degree with significant experience may be considered) Minimum of 7 years of experience supporting information technology solutions, including project, program, or operations leadership At least 5 years of experience managing project or solution delivery teams Proven experience leading complex, crossfunctional IT initiatives from concept through implementation Strong understanding of IT systems, application development, integrations, and operational support Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, vendors, risks, and delivery commitments Experience working in regulated or compliancedriven environments Preferred Qualifications 68+ years of experience in project management, solution delivery, business systems analysis, software development, deployment, or IT operations Experience with commercial technology platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Conga, PROS, Model N) Knowledge of quoting, pricing, and contracting business domains Experience with hybrid agile, waterfall, and scaled delivery methodologies Strong strategic planning, demand management, and process improvement capabilities Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills Proven ability to manage and balance multiple small, medium, and large implementation initiatives simultaneously Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $113,300.00 $226,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: IT Business Relationship Management DIVISION: BTS Business Technology Services LOCATION: United States > Waukegan : J46 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: United States > Chicago : Willis Tower Building 233 S Wacker Dr. WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter