Senior IT Program Manager, Supply Chain (Transformation Lead)

Senior IT Program Manager, Supply Chain (Transformation Lead) responsible for the delivery and ongoing support of large-scale, enterprise supply chain technology solutions across a global life sciences organization. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise IT programs, governing a portfolio of supply chain planning and transformation initiatives to drive aligned business outcomes. Manage large, multi-year, multi-million-dollar, multi-division initiatives across global teams and vendors. Define project scope, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and governance structures while ensuring alignment across related programs and enterprise transformation initiatives. Drive execution of Agile, hybrid, or waterfall methodologies as appropriate. Ensure adherence to SDLC processes, quality standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP where applicable). Define and structure complex business and technical problems; perform root cause analysis and develop alternative solution strategies aligned to enterprise objectives. Negotiate and secure required resources across functions and programs; optimize resource allocation through leveling and prioritization in a constrained environment. Ensure effective integration across related programs and initiatives, aligning deliverables with broader portfolios and enterprise transformation roadmaps. Supply Chain Solutions Leadership Oversee implementation and enhancement of Advanced Planning Systems (SAP IBP, OMP) and partner with business stakeholders to align IT solutions with supply chain strategy, planning optimization, and logistics execution. Drive system integration across ERP (SAP S/4HANA), data platforms, and external partners. Ensure all program initiatives align with broader enterprise strategy, evaluating long-term business impacts, cross-system dependencies, and alignment with global transformation objectives. Stakeholder & Vendor Management Act as the primary liaison between business leaders, IT teams, and external vendors. Manage system integrators and technology partners to ensure delivery quality and contractual compliance. Provide executive-level reporting, including program status, emerging trends, risk patterns, and their impact on delivery outcomes, along with recommended mitigation strategies. Negotiate program priorities, funding, and deliverables with senior leadership to balance competing business and technology demands. Act as the escalation point and decision authority for resolving program conflicts, ensuring alignment with agreed project objectives and timelines. Operational Support & Continuous Improvement Transition projects into steady-state operations, ensuring supportability and service excellence. Oversee post-go-live stabilization and performance optimization. Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost optimization, and system enhancements. Risk & Financial Management Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues. Manage project financials, including forecasting, budgeting, and tracking. Ensure strong governance and compliance with enterprise standards. Develop and evaluate alternative solutions to complex program challenges, providing recommendations to leadership on optimal approaches balancing cost, risk, and business impact. Key Competencies Executive communication and stakeholder engagement Strategic thinking with strong execution focus Problem solving in complex, ambiguous environments Leadership without authority in matrixed organizations Team effectiveness by providing performance feedback, coaching, and fostering collaboration across senior-level cross-functional teams Ability to lead programs in highly dynamic environments with shifting priorities and constrained resources while maintaining delivery commitments Mentor and guidance of junior program managers and workstream leads to build delivery capability and consistency across programs Financial and risk management discipline Minimum Requirements & Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field. 8–12+ years of global complex IT program management experience, with significant enterprise delivery scope. Proven experience implementing or supporting any planning platform software (preferably SAP IBP, OMP, Kinaxis, O9, Blue Yonder, Oracle, etc.). Experience delivering large-scale programs in global, matrixed organizations for the Life Science industry. Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes (planning, deployment, finite scheduling, available to promise, distribution, logistics). Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and external system integrators. Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, hybrid). Proficiency with project tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, ALM, SmartSheet). Preferred Qualifications Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or regulated industries. Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA integrations. Strong understanding of data, analytics, and integration architectures. PMP, PRINCE2, CPIM or Agile certifications. Experience with cloud-based enterprise platforms. Travel: 25% travel as needed for program delivery and stakeholder engagement. This is an onsite role based in IL. This is NOT a remote role/opportunity. Location: United States – Waukegan (Job Code J46). Shift: Standard. Base pay: $129,300.00 – $258,700.00 (salary range may vary by location). Benefits Career development opportunities. Free medical coverage (Health Investment Plan). Retirement savings plan with high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, Freedom 2 Save student debt program, FreeU education benefit. Recognized as a great place to work with diversity initiatives. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link – English: Espanol: #J-18808-Ljbffr