This position is responsible for driving gross margin improvement through negotiation, supplier transfer projects, and supplier process improvement, as well as assessing supplier risks and developing resiliency actions
Job Summary
This position is responsible for driving gross margin improvement through negotiation, supplier transfer projects, and supplier process improvement, as well as assessing supplier risks and developing resiliency actions.
The role involves managing core categories, segments, and selecting strategic suppliers globally, negotiating complex supply agreements, and developing supply chain commodity management strategies.
Abbott offers a comprehensive benefits package including career development, free medical coverage, an excellent retirement savings plan, and tuition reimbursement programs.
Matching Summary
This position is responsible for driving gross margin improvement through negotiation, supplier transfer projects, and supplier process improvement, as well as assessing supplier risks and developing resiliency actions.
Salary
Base: $113,300.00 – $226,700.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Free medical coverage, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strategic sourcing and category management
Supplier risk assessment and resiliency
Global supplier selection and negotiation
Supply chain commodity management
Cost-benefit analysis and contract management
Cross-functional collaboration with Global Procurement, NPI, Legal, Finance
Nice-to-have
Collaborative relationships and influence
Adaptable to fast-paced changing environment
Generate customer value and innovative solutions
Cultivate broad network of relationships
Key Requirements
Minimum 10 years strategic sourcing and category management
5+ years in highly regulated environment
Minimum 7 years supplier management
Expertise in contract terms and conditions structuring
Experience in low volume, high mix product families