Senior Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist – Professional Services job at Abbott | Abbott Careers

• Serve as a subject matter expert in Professional Services procurement, with deep knowledge of category strategies and supplier capabilities
• Act as a category lead, with a strong understanding of business needs and supplier landscapes
• Implement category strategies in alignment with Global Category Strategy guidance
• Lead and support contract negotiations, ensuring optimal value and risk mitigation
• Conduct supplier research, value analysis, and cost evaluations to drive informed sourcing decisions
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Ethics & Compliance, and other internal partners to ensure policy and regulatory compliance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand needs and align on sourcing strategies
• Identify and engage with diverse suppliers, supporting Abbott’s commitment to supplier diversity
• Support the execution of sourcing strategies and initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 4 years of procurement experience, preferably in professional services or indirect categories
• Strong negotiation and strategic sourcing skills
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels
• Experience in supplier management and contract negotiation
• Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of functional experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Ariba) and data governance tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication 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
• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Flight privileges

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