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Abbott · 3 days ago

Procurement Specialist

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$82K/yr - $141K/yr

2+ years exp

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. The Procurement Specialist applies experience and procurement knowledge to execute purchasing and supply management strategies, working with customers and internal teams to solve issues and enhance customer service.

BiotechnologyEmergency MedicineGeneticsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedicalMedical DeviceNutritionPharmaceutical

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

First line responder pivots between strategy, operations and transactional sourcing

Execute against category strategies and work in the guidance of strategic category leaders

Manage SOWs/RFI's/Ordering documents

Assist with supplier selection

Manage day to day supply issues

Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures

Communicates pertinent information to both internal customers and suppliers to keep apprised and to prevent problems

Execute ad-hoc/one off buys

Support PO conversion - non transactional and some negotiations

Educate on existing solutions and enable performance and tech tools development

Lead resolution on issues and invoice error

PO change management and communicate trends of changes

Enable supplier integration and KPI's

Drive savings outcomes. Collaboration with functions

Create and implement RFPs

Performs 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 purchase

Implement agreed purchasing strategies for category

Seek and support business relationships with diverse suppliers

Meet regularly with divisional customers and support functions to ensure good customer satisfaction and continuous improvement

Qualification

Procurement experienceSupplier managementCPM certificationSpreadsheet proficiencyIntercultural skillsNetworking skillsCommunication skillsProblem solving skills

Required

Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Financial or related or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Minimum 2 years Procurement and functional experience

Strong people skills, strong problem solving skills, skilled in spreadsheet programs

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Good interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills

Preferred

CPM certification desired

Benefits

A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority

Production areas that are clean, well-lit, and temperature-controlled

Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans

Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health programs

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match

The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and a history of being actively involved in local communities

Company

Abbott

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Abbott is a healthcare company that produces diagnostic kits, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines.

Founded in 1888

Illinois City, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.abbott.com

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