Sr IT Business Relationship Management Commercial Operations at Abbott

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 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: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 .Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar yearAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition 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 Sr IT Business Relationship Management (BRM)partners with the Rapid Diagnostics Infectious Disease Commercial and Marketing Organizations to fulfill their application portfolio strategic objectives and business needs. This role ensures the full application portfolio enhances the organizational strategy through successful consistent and predictable delivery of programs projects and applications for the Commercial and Marketing Organization.The BRM works directly with business clients to understand end-to-end business processes and translate needs into IT opportunities and investments the goal of which is to enable and standardize business processes where applicable. The BRM works in collaboration with IT delivery and support teams as well as business partners to align and integrate with the overall business strategy.Primary Job Function:The BRM role is the primary liaison between IT and the following Rapid Diagnostics Infectious disease business functions including either of the following:Commercial OperationsInternational Affiliate OperationsMarketingThis role will manage the relationship with business clients by applying IT and business knowledge / experience to build business cases and identify requirements needed to implement process and technology solutions aimed at resolving business issues and meeting business needs. Project delivery involves working with the Corporate IT Plan / Build and Support organizations for implementation and support of technology investment. The role requires knowledge of the software development lifecycle the Abbott Shared Services model and the Abbott support resolution processes.Additionally this role will manage portfolio and tactical projects aimed at improving business effectiveness and / or assist on larger projects which have Cross-Divisional / Corporate impact.To be successful the role requires:Understanding of the end-to-end business processes in the primary functional areasExperience with and knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems specifically SAP.Knowledgeable of Customer Relationship Management Systems (CRM) specifically SalesForce.The individual in this role will utilize soft skills to:Build and enhance relationships with the Divisional business communityCollaborate with team members across functions and levelsLead cross-functional groups to common goalsEffectively communicate with Executive ManagementPartner with the business to develop long-termstrategic plansFinally the role will assist the Infectious Disease IT BRM Director in:Financial planning and project budgetingTracking business-owned and supported applications for SLC complianceDeveloping Long-Range-Plan for future IT investmentsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOULL BRINGRequired Qualifications:Bachelors degree in computer science Business Administration or another discipline relevant to Information Technology or the Healthcare industry.10-12 years of IT experience in large or midsized multinational Pharmaceutical Medical Device Diagnostics or other Health Care organization.Successful track record and experience leading teams both with direct and indirect responsibility.Experience in setting IT strategy and business IT alignment.Strong organizational skills and proven ability to multi-task across multiple programs successfully.Successfully managed project portfolio with projects ranging from $1M-$10MM and / or operating budgets of $7MM to $12MM.Proven experience and understanding of the complete software life cycle including privacy and security aspects.Ability to collaborate with Commercial business leads understand business strategy/processes look for innovative solutions to drive business enhancements both for internal business users and external customers.Work effectively with all levels of management up to and including Division Directors and VPs.Experience with vendor management.Preferred Qualifications:Technology application knowledge of the following platforms is a plus (Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems specificallySAP(ideally S/4HANA)Technology application knowledge of the following platforms is a plus (Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems specificallySalesForceExperience managingCommercialrelated work and supporting technology solutions.Strong communication skills both verbal and written.Proven leadership skills self-directed with strong work ethic.MISC:This is anonsite rolelocated in Lake Forest IL. This isnota remote role/opportunity.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: 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 on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $127300.00 $254700.00In 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 > Lake Forest : J55 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT:Standard TRAVEL:Yes 10 % of the Time 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: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Business Intelligence,Children Activity,Business Analysis,Corporate Sales,ABB,Corporate Development Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 127300 - 254700