Coordinator, Oncology

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AbbVie is a global, research-driven biopharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative advanced therapies for some of the world’s most complex and critical conditions. The company’s mission is to use its expertise, dedicated people and unique approach to innovation to markedly improve treatments across four primary therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, virology and neuroscience.
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We have an opportunity for a Coordinator to join our Oncology team. In this role, you will provide administrative, financial and project assistance to the Commercial and Medical teams..various Business Unit Managers and Brand Managers for the Gynecology, Uro-Oncology and Virology therapeutic areas. In addition, you will oversee other general tasks for the smooth running of the department, as well as providing support to the in-field commercial and medical sales force teams and other team members for key programs. This position is based in Montreal (Saint-Laurent) and reports to the Business Unit ManagerOncology Business Unit Director, Uro-Oncology/Gynecology - Specialty.

Key responsibilities:

- Support the Oncology Business Unit Director and the Medical Affairs Oncology Head and their teams with managing calendars, expense reportsiCertis, coordinating of meetings and other general administrative work.
- Provide back-up support to higher-level management leaders, as needed.
- Build strong relationships and works collaboratively with internal stakeholders, to enable higher performance across the business unit.
- Support working group members for sales and medical meetings, ad boards, brand teams.
- Manage and prioritize the information flow from all internal and external customers.
- Manage the budget following purchasing and requisition procedures for SAP and Icertis (i.e. payment requisition, purchase orders, etc.)
- Create the development and processing of contracts.
- Ensure the compliance of projects follow the applicable AbbVie policies and procedures.
- Coordinate new employee office set-ups and on-boarding, as needed.
- Maintain an ongoing commitment to learning and personal development.

Education / Experience required:

- Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Administration, Commerce or a related field.
- Experience working as a coordinator, administrative assistant or equivalent role. (minimum of five years).
- SAP understanding and working ability (Icertis preferred) is a plus.
- Database management and support.
- Knowledge of biotechnology / pharmaceutical industry is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a large volume of tasks and priorities and operating with execution excellence.

Essential skills and abilities:

- Advanced French and English language proficiency (oral and written).
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.).
- Must be at ease with technology (the use of various tools/systems to perform day-to-day tasks).
- Icertis and Fair Market Value tool.

Key leadership competencies:

- Actively listen to internal stakeholders to understand their business needs, issues and opinions in order to translate these into appropriate actions.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to operate and communicate effectively in a Matrix environment.
- Ability to prioritize activities in a timely and organized manner using best practices and procedures.
- Strong attention to details.
- Quick learner and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Work collaboratively with team members to achieve results.