Associate Specialist Procurement

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health. Were 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 your family, be your true self, and live a full life. Youll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. 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 bachelors degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity We have an immediate opportunity for an Associate Procurement Specialist, Abbott Nutrition (AN) Direct Procurement Operations in Columbus, OH. The Specialist applies experience and procurement knowledge to execute procurement best practices and execute strategies across AN Direct Procurement categories. Work with customers, internal and external, to solve issues and drive high levels of customer service. The position will be responsible for ensuring Abbott Nutrition procurement operations success with 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 levels Full understanding of the AN Direct 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 operations and transactional procurement. This includes focusing in 3 main areas: system management, operational support, and operational excellence. System Management: Responsible for blanket purchase orders creation/management (outline agreements) and vendor creation/management in various ERP systems for AN plants including AMAPS, BPCS & SAP Symphony and appropriate procurement approvals (as required per system) Operational Support: Support Operational issues and invoice error resolution. Manage day to day supply issues. Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems. Support qualification activities of new commodities. Create, pull, and merge various reports to support both Procurement team from various systems (Cognos, SAP, BOBJ) on weekly, monthly, quarterly basis. Operational Excellence: Execute improvement processes for the team including projects that will streamline day-to-day activities (examples: database creation, documentation, root cause analysis). Work with cross-functional teams including supplier quality, finance, legal, division operational procurement, division operations teams, category leads, accounts payable, AQR, and division and corp requisitioners. Execute against category strategies and work in the guidance of strategic category leaders Support with creation/execution of RFI/RFP/RFQ on an as-needed basis Educate on existing solutions and enable performance and tech tools development Drive continuous improvement of AN direct procurement processes and tools Enable supplier integration and KPI's Drive and support savings outcomes Collaboration with functions, divisions and global procurement teams Drive Key Performance Indicators and Value Metrics 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 globally Seek and support business relationships with diverse suppliers globally Meet regularly with divisional customers and support functions to ensure good customer satisfaction and continuous improvement Exhibit cultural awareness with foreign business entities Seek, develop, and maintain business relationships with suppliers, clients and customers. Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures. Executes against the goals set by the AN Direct Procurement Operations team. Seek innovative ways to maintain and improve procurement processes, cycle times, total acquisition costs, and customer service levels. Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree: Engineering, Science, Business, or Financial Degrees. 0-3 years of Procurement experience. Preferred Qualifications: Functional experience. Strong people skills Strong problem-solving skills Self-Starter Skilled in spreadsheet programs Good communication skills (written and verbal) Good interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills ERP system experience Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow 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. The base pay for this position is $50,700.00 $101,300.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Category Management DIVISION: GPS Global Purchasing Services LOCATION: United States > Columbus : 2900 Easton Square Place ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter