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.About AbbottAbbott 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 AbbottAt 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 OpportunityOur location in Lake County, Illinois, currently has an opportunity for Procurement Specialist, Regional Procurement Operations.
The Specialist applies experience and procurement knowledge to execute procurement best practices and execute strategies across Global Procurement Services.
Work with customers, internal and external, and the Divisions to solve issues and drive high levels of customer service.
The position will be responsible to Identify, research, and evaluate suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply.Proactively seek innovative ways to improve the procurement processes, cycle times, and customer service levelsFull understanding of the "One Procurement" strategies.
Strong knowledge and project work across multiple categories that impact the team positively.Works within defined processes and procedures and may help determine appropriate approaches for change.What You'll Work On:First line responder; pivots between strategy, operations and transactional procurementDrive a defined Source to Pay process flow globallyExecute against category strategies and work in the guidance of strategic category leadersDevelop and drive contract processes within a Contract Technology PlatformDevelop and drive catalog strategies within a Catalog Technology PlatformManage SOWs/RFI's/Ordering documents.
Assist with supplier selectionExecute ad-hoc/one off buysEducate on existing solutions and enable performance and tech tools developmentDrive continuous improvement of global procurement processes and toolsCommunicate and drive change globally as a change champion within the Regional Procurement Operations organization and Source to Pay Technology platformLead resolution on issues within Source to Pay technology improvements.Enable supplier integration and KPI'sDrive savings outcomesCollaboration with functions, divisions and global procurement teamsCreate and implement RFPs.Drive Key Performance Indicators and Value MetricsPerforms routine professional-based activities and contribute to and manage some projects.Communicate with appropriate departments to clarify request and obtain appropriate supporting documentation for the purchaseImplement agreed purchasing strategies for category globallySeek and support business relationships with diverse suppliers globallyMeet regularly with divisional customers and support functions to ensure good customer satisfaction and continuous improvementExhibit cultural awareness with foreign business entitiesSeek, develop, and maintain business relationships with suppliers, clients and customers.Lead business to adopt change within global procurementResponsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.Executes against the goals set by the Regional Procurement Operations team.Seek innovative ways to maintain and improve procurement processes, cycle times, total acquisition costs, and customer service levels.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree: Engineering, Science, Business, or Financial Degrees.2+ years of Procurement experience.Experience with Source to Pay Systems (Ariba, Coupa, NetSuite, JDA preferred)Preferred Qualifications:4+ years of Procurement experience within a large Healthcare companyFunctional, day to day, experienceEnd to end contracting experience within AribaContracting experience with SOWs, Amendments, NDAs and MSAsAbility to manage multiple requests in a fast paced environmentStrong people skills Strong problem-solving skillsSelf-Starter Skilled in spreadsheet programsGood 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.comFollow 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.Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobalThe base pay for this position is $57,300.00 – $114,700.00.
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.