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.

• Lead procurement activities for the stakeholders to bring best value for Abbott Laboratories
• Execute against the purchasing and supply management strategies created by the Category Managers
• Provide superior levels of customer service and satisfaction while adhering to a strict standard of business ethics and integrity
• Conduct thorough research and value analysis on services and suppliers, recommending process improvements for efficiency
• Drive transformative improvements in procurement processes, cycle times, and customer service levels
• Analyze complex issues and deliver innovative solutions, supporting PO conversion and decisive negotiations
• Oversee PO approvals up to $200,000, manage change, and resolve operational issues and invoice errors
• Enable supplier integration and drive KPI achievement, fostering strong business relationships
• Lead savings initiatives and collaborate across functions to drive value
• Develop and lead agency reviews/complex RFPs and manage small projects
• Provide advice and direction in your primary areas of expertise, educating teams on procurement processes
• Develop and lead purchasing strategies, establish relationships with diverse suppliers, and ensure superior customer satisfaction
• Mentor and manage procurement personnel, providing guidance and training to specialists
• Apply cultural awareness in dealings with foreign business entities, driving compliance with corporate policies

• Bachelors Degree: Marketing, Business, Logistics, Engineering, Science or Financial Degrees
• 2-4 years of or Procurement experience
• CPM certification desired
• 2+ years of functional experience within Marketing Procurement or Agency Experience
• Project management skills
• Excellent people skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Proficient in the use of spreadsheet programs
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills

• Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit
• FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.