Supplier Development Specialist: Dairy Innovation and Business Development

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: 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. Youll 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 bachelors 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 Abbott Nutrition is seeking a Dairy Innovation Supplier Development Specialist to join our Global Dairy Procurement Innovation & Supplier Development team. In this role, youll help strengthen and futureproof Abbotts dairy ingredient supply chain, partnering globally to deliver highquality, resilient ingredient solutions that support our Infant, Adult, and Medical Nutrition portfolios. What Youll Work On Support supplier development and ingredient innovation initiatives to improve supply resiliency and frontend supplier readiness Represent Dairy on prioritized ingredient qualification and innovation projects in partnership with Category Managers and the Ingredient Center of Excellence Conduct upfront ingredient prequalification screening, including issuing technical RFIs, reviewing specifications, ingredient characterization, and assessing technical risk Facilitate and support the Technical Review Board (TRB) and Design for Manufacturing processes Lead and support ingredient manufacturing performance improvement programs, including root cause analysis and supply change assessments Accelerate supplier onboarding by leading agriculture and nutrition ingredient qualification projects and maintaining qualification roadmaps and readiness checklists Drive manufacturing and procurement costsaving initiatives through cost/benefit analysis and datadriven recommendations Build and maintain strong technical relationships with ingredient suppliers and external research partners Collaborate crossfunctionally with R&D, Medical, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to ensure compliant, highquality ingredient supply Required Qualifications Bachelors or Masters degree in Dairy Science & Technology, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Business, or a related field 23 years of experience in technical, manufacturing, dairy, or ingredientfocused roles Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic, crossfunctional environment Strong analytical skills with the ability to make datadriven decisions Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical information for nontechnical audiences Proven problemsolving skills with strong attention to detail and organizational ability Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally Preferred Qualifications PMO qualification or project management experience Lean Six Sigma Certification and experience with Root Cause Analysis and data analytics Experience collaborating across functions such as R&D, Manufacturing, Legal, Logistics, Purchasing, and Supply Planning Familiarity with ingredient qualification, supplier development, or manufacturing performance improvement programs Demonstrated ability to influence, build relationships, and represent the organization with external suppliers and industry partners 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 and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 $156,000.00 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: Yes, 25 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), 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