Specialist Procurement

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

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to join our team. This role involves applying procurement expertise to implement best practices and supply management strategies. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance customer service and support business excellence across multiple categories.

What You’ll Work On

• Engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and promote procurement tools and strategies.

• Support category management, support of supplier scorecards, and sustainability initiatives.

• Assist in achieving annual targets and supporting category goals.

• Manage contracts, supplier selection, and process efficiency.

• Develop and implement RFPs and manage ad-hoc purchases.

• Educate stakeholders on procurement solutions and tools.

• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and tools.

• Communicate and implement changes within the organization.

• Resolve issues related to procurement technology and supplier performance.

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or logistics.

• Strong contracting and negotiation skills.

• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of procurement best practices and supply management strategies.

• Proficiency in contract management and procurement technology platforms.

• Strong project management, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

• Effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.

• Experience in developing RFPs and managing supplier relationships.

• Familiarity with Source to Pay technology platforms.

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

$60,000.00 – $120,000.00

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:

No

     

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.

     

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