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How much do supply chain systems manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for supply chain systems manager in the United States is $94,114.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $117,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Supply Chain Systems Manager do?

A Supply Chain Systems Manager oversees the technology and software systems that support supply chain operations. They ensure that systems such as ERP and WMS function efficiently, integrate with other business applications, and support logistics, procurement, and inventory management. Their role involves troubleshooting issues, optimizing system performance, managing upgrades, and collaborating with IT and operations teams to enhance supply chain efficiency. Additionally, they analyze data to improve processes and support decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Supply Chain Systems Manager position, and why are they important?

Success as a Supply Chain Systems Manager requires expertise in supply chain processes, data analysis, and project management, typically supported by a degree in supply chain management, business, or information systems. Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS), and certifications like APICS CPIM or CSCP are highly valued. Strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help you collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive system improvements. These combined abilities ensure streamlined operations, cost efficiencies, and optimal supply chain performance.

What are some typical challenges faced by Supply Chain Systems Managers, and how can they be addressed?

Supply Chain Systems Managers often encounter challenges such as integrating new technologies with legacy systems, ensuring data accuracy, and managing cross-departmental collaboration. Overcoming these challenges typically involves staying current with system upgrades, fostering clear communication between IT and operations teams, and implementing standardized processes for data management. By proactively addressing these areas, Supply Chain Systems Managers help maintain smooth operations and enable the organization to quickly adapt to changes in demand or supply. These challenges are also excellent opportunities to showcase your problem-solving skills and drive continuous improvement, which are valued in this career path.

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Manager, Supply Chain Systems

Manager, Supply Chain Systems

AbbVie

North Chicago, IL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 95 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 71 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

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

The Supply Chain Systems Manager will lead the strategic planning, design, and implementation of global supply chain systems initiatives across AbbVie’s portfolio of businesses. This role will be instrumental in driving end-to-end supply chain digital transformation—modernizing core systems, optimizing processes, and enhancing visibility, integration, and analytics across global operations. This leader will partner closely with IT, operations, procurement, logistics, and finance to ensure transformation initiatives deliver measurable business value and align with enterprise strategy. 

Responsibilities

Transformation Strategy & Leadership:  

  • Define and execute the multi-year roadmap for global supply chain systems transformation, aligned with enterprise digital strategy. 
  • Serve as the strategic liaison between strategic supply chain domain owners and technology teams to ensure alignment of systems with operational goals. 
  • Lead global, cross-functional teams in deploying, testing, and monitoring various supply chain enhancement systems. 
  • Establish transformation governance frameworks to ensure disciplined program execution, stakeholder alignment, and benefits realization.  

Systems & Process Optimization:  

  • Oversee the evaluation, selection, and implementation of supply chain technologies and platforms. 
  • Lead process redesign initiatives focused on standardization, automation, and simplification across Supply chain 
  • Partner with data and analytics teams to enhance end-to-end supply chain data enablement, visibility, governance, and automation. 
  • High level and focus on process orientation, setting and managing internal data integrity and control standards.  

Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement:  

  • Support global change management strategies to ensure adoption of new systems and processes. 
  • Engage senior leaders across business units to drive transformation alignment and sponsorship. 
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to functional leaders, providing insights on industry best practices and emerging technologies. 
  • Effectively work in a project based environment, utilizing agile and waterfall methodologies for small to large development projects, and meeting and managing timelines with stakeholders.  

Team Leadership & Development:  

  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing transformation team with expertise in data governance, data enablement, process excellence, and digital supply chain solutions. 
  • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within the global supply chain organization.  
Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of experience, master’s degree plus 7 years of experience, PhD with 3 years of experience.
  • Ability to translate technical capabilities into business outcomes. 
  • Familiarity working in Agile formation supporting various pods across a global supply chain. 
  • Proven track record of successful large-scale ERP or supply chain system implementations (SAP S/4HANA etc.). 
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, from procurement to distribution. 
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities. 
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across global, matrixed organizations. 

Preferred:

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in global supply chain management, operations, or systems transformation. 
  • Passion for leveraging technology to drive efficiency, sustainability, and agility in supply chain operations. 

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 long-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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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines 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, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013