Senior Manager Category Procurement

Abbott • Columbus, OH • 4h ago

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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. You'll 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 (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's 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

This role offers a strategic leadership opportunity within Abbott Nutrition's Global Procurement team, responsible for managing over $250MM in production materials across 60+ suppliers. Based in Columbus, Ohio, the position focuses on ensuring supply continuity, driving cost efficiencies, and leading ingredient innovation in collaboration with commercial and R&D teams. The successful candidate will lead a small team and play a key role in shaping procurement strategies that directly impact Abbott's global operations and profitability.

What You'll Work On

Develop and execute global supply strategies using market and supplier data analysis

Ensure timely delivery of high-quality ingredients at or below market cost

Optimize raw material sourcing and procurement processes

Support manufacturing operations across North America, Europe, Asia, and TPMs

Standardize contracts across global commodities

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships worldwide

Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, QA, and other internal teams on supplier selection and management

Manage financial plans and purchasing commitments up to $250MM

Lead cost savings and avoidance initiatives across the division

Coach and mentor cross-functional teams to align with Abbott Nutrition's vision

Monitor and improve performance metrics such as PPV, supplier quality, inventory levels, and delivery performance

Assess market trends and risks to support strategic decision-making

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Materials Management, Business, Operations, Finance, or a technical field

4-6 years of combined experience in operations or supply chain management

Minimum 3 years of purchasing and/or sourcing experience

2-4 years of staff management and development experience

Strong skills in supplier negotiations, financial analysis, planning, and leadership

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of regulatory standards for infant formula and nutritionals

Preferred Qualifications

MBA

Experience in purchasing, sourcing, or trading commodities

APICS certification

International experience or willingness to travel globally

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 $127,300.00 - $254,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com

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