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Abbott · 1 day ago

Procurement Manager, Ingredient Strategy

United States - Ohio - Columbus

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$99K/yr - $199K/yr

7+ years exp

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. The Procurement Manager will lead global ingredient sourcing strategies and drive enterprise-level initiatives that shape the future of Abbott’s nutrition and food programs, focusing on developing and executing high-impact procurement strategies for critical ingredient categories.

BiotechnologyEmergency MedicineGeneticsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedicalMedical DeviceNutritionPharmaceutical

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee procurement activities as part of cross-functional governance for initiatives impacting MAHA, processed foods, and emerging regulatory requirements

Lead high-visibility programs from problem identification through solution implementation, with minimal oversight

Ensure alignment with corporate priorities and deliver results that enhance supply continuity for our customers while positively impacting P&L performance

Champion continuous improvement in procurement processes, tools, and governance

Anticipate and respond to global regulatory changes; partner with legal, quality and regulatory teams to ensure compliance

Influence internal policy and external advocacy efforts related to ingredient sourcing

Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation, resilience, and competitive advantage

Negotiate complex agreements and manage supplier performance at an executive level

Collaborate with senior leaders in R&D, Quality, Legal, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to deliver integrated solutions

Present complex strategies and recommendations succinctly to executive leadership and governance committees

Lead and develop a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence

Drive talent development and succession planning within the procurement organization

Leverage advanced analytics to inform strategic decisions, optimize cost structures, and identify growth opportunities

Define, develop and execute global ingredient procurement strategies aligned with Abbott’s long-term business objectives

Serve as a thought leader on market trends, regulatory shifts, and risk mitigation strategies

Drive innovation and sustainability initiatives within ingredient sourcing

Purchasing responsibilities managing spend in alignment with purchasing policies

Qualification

Strategic sourcingSupplier managementRegulatory complianceAdvanced analyticsExecutive presenceLeadership capabilitiesProject managementMicrosoft ExcelCollaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred

7+ years of progressive procurement experience, including strategic sourcing and supplier management

Proven track record of leading enterprise-level projects with impactful business results

Documented examples of teamwork and successful collaboration with senior leadership

Experience with governmental/regulatory bodies and legal frameworks

People leadership experience required; ability to manage and develop high-performing teams

Executive presence and ability to communicate complex topics clearly and persuasively

Strategic thinking with strong project management and leadership capabilities

Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to influence and collaborate across global functions

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Benefits

Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan

An excellent retirement savings plan with a 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

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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