Senior Procurement Specialist, Technology

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Opportunity

Abbott has an opportunity for a Senior Procurement Specialist, Technology. The Senior Specialist will lead technology procurement activities to bring best value for Abbott.

The Senior Procurement Specialist, Technology is responsible for executing against the purchasing and supply management strategies created by the Technology Category Managers. Work closely with technology and business customers and the Category Managers driving the "One Abbott Procurement" model. Provide superior levels of customer service and satisfaction while adhering to a strict standard of business ethics and integrity. The Sr. Specialist has delegated authority to commit company funds. This position will contribute to Category strategy and identify/support the resolution and opportunities to provide value, quality, feasibility and specifications in the procurement of goods and services.    The Senior Specialist will partner with suppliers and internal customers to contribute cost savings and other value-added activities to support customer needs and expectations.

What You’ll Work On

• Execute against larger category strategies and work in the guidance of strategic category leaders
• Research and evaluate products, services and suppliers
• Engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and promote procurement tools and strategies
• Develop and lead complex RFx and other projects
• Performs value analysis on costs and supplier quotes and proposals
• Negotiates contracts with a strong understanding of contract terms and conditions
• Partner with legal
• Recommends process improvements to streamline for efficiencies
• Analyzes complex problems and delivers solutions
• Achieve annual targets and support global category goals.
• Drive innovative ways to maintain and improve procurement processes, cycle times, total acquisition costs, and customer service levels

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Supply Management or related field.
• Strong contracting and negotiation skills
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain, legal or another related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of procurement best practices and supply management strategies. 
• Strong project management, analytical, and critical thinking skills. 
• Effective communication with Suppliers and Stakeholders at all levels. 
• Experience in developing RFPs and managing supplier relationships. 
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills
• Familiarity with Source to Pay technology platforms. 
• CPM certification a plus

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.

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The base pay for this position is

$75,300.00 – $150,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Category Management

     

DIVISION:

GPS Global Purchasing Services

        

LOCATION:

United States > Abbott Park : AP52

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Not specified

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable