DirecciónAbbott 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.
About Abbott
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.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
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 - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists
The Opportunity
This position works out of Lake Forest, IL in the Global Procurement Services (GPS) division.
As a Procurement Specialist, you are the interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders for the Abbott division that produces BinaxNOW and IDNOW. In addition, this role manages Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work and RFXs in support of supplier Identification and selection. Furthermore, this role has delegated authority to commit company funds while contributing to cost savings in partnerships with suppliers and internal customers. In summry, this position is expected to be a key link among site procurement teams, the global procurement organization, and global category managers.
What You’ll Work On
Maintain good relations with internal and external customers by ensuring professional behavior and by processing their inquiries in a timely manner
Proactively seek innovative ways to improve the procurement processes, cycle times, and customer service levels
Act as primary point of contact for buyers, end users and suppliers in case of eProcurement system questions
Develop business relationship with suppliers to preserve Abbott’s good business reputation while still obtaining competitive prices
Lead resolution on issues and invoice error
PO change management and communicate trends of changes
Resolves complaints and disputes between requestors, purchasing, receiving, vendors, and any other applicable stakeholders
Help support eProcurement platform to include maintenance of catalogs, availability and visibility of data to end users, supplier setup and maintenance, and change management. On-going training support to buyers, users, and stakeholders
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree: Engineering, Science, Business, or Financial Degrees
2-4 years of or Procurement experience
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with sciences (Biology or Chemistry) preferred
Experience with SAP Ariba and/or Coupa procurement platforms is a plus
Experience with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus
CPM certification desired
Procurement skills including contracting, negotiations, and supplier relationship management. Experience managing and acting to achieve KPIs such as savings target, cycle time reductions
Ability to identify a problem, work with extended team to frame it, determine root cause, drive to potential solutions, and build and present a business case
Strong people skills and strong problem solving skills
Skilled in spreadsheet programs
Good communication skills (written and verbal)
Good interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills
* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
The base pay for this position is $57,300.00 – $114,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
