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.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Oversees the handling of inventory in a distribution center or local warehouse which may include some or all of
the following activities: shipping, receiving, finished good inventory management, component inventory
management, final pack and associated logistics.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages flow of inventory within the distribution center/warehouse to support efficiencies, quality system
Optimize labor planning, staffing, and performance of non-exempt teams to consistently achieve safety, quality, and productivity targets.
Lead a Lean/Six Sigma continuous-improvement culture focused on data-driven problem solving, waste reduction, and root-cause resolution.
Elevate service performance by ensuring accurate order fulfillment, timely inbound/outbound processing, and technology-driven allocation and deployment decisions.
Drive operational reliability by maximizing asset utilization and equipment uptime through disciplined use and monitoring.
compliance and timely customer receipt of products.
Evaluates warehousing processes and systems, makes recommendations for improvements, and manages
the implementation of approved process and systems changes with a goal of improving productivity,
reducing expenses and improving margins.
Applies continuous improvement tools to identify and eliminate the root causes of issues that may arise
within the warehouse including managing corrective action.
Provides leadership by assigning goals which align to entity annual plans and department needs then
manage team to execute goals through coaching and mentoring.
Manages all transportation and delivery programs including routing, courier selection, company driver
management and fleet management, while minimizing expenses and maintaining a high level of customer
service and responsiveness.
Manages workforce planning including short term need staffing and weekly scheduling based on business
needs.
Responsible for all matters related to warehouse safety and security, including evaluating and implementing
appropriate safeguards necessary to protect the welfare of the employees and the company.
Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances,
and initiating corrective actions.
Maintains physical facilities including the evaluation and procurement of material handling equipment, and
other building maintenance, upgrades and repairs as necessary.
Creates and maintains departmental reports as required.
Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and
protocols.
Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts and reconciling with data storage system
Participates in teams, committees, events and training which improves the organization.
Hires and retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and provides ongoing performance feedback. Maintains a
safe and professional work environment.
Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management
Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements,
Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and
cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and
vendors.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.
Works with standard office equipment such as telephone, cellular phone, fax/copier, and a personal computer
with standard office software.
Works at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned office or workstation with a low to moderate noise level.
Travels between company facilities via automobile; air travel as needed.
Activities require a significant amount of sitting in front of a computer monitor, some standing and walking.
Significant use of hands and arms, plus finger dexterity to reach, point, write, @type, operate a computer and
other office equipment. Performs tasks that regularly require good correctable vision and hand/eye
coordination.
Activities also require significant use of voice and hearing for discussions with other employees.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelors Degree (± 16 years)
Supply Chain, Operations, Business or equivalent degree preferred
Experience/Background
Minimum 3 years
experience working in highly regulated warehousing environment
Minimum 5 years
experience working with warehousing software systems
Minimum 8 years
progressively responsible experience in warehousing
Thorough understanding of inventory management, warehouse management and material handling
Basic knowledge of demand planning and vendor management
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and supply chain management
Proven success in improving work processes, leading change and role models positive behaviors as well as change agent skills in a complex and fast paced environment
Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model preferred
Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results
Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment
Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner
Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable
Ability to travel approximately 10%, including internationally
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 - $198,700.00. 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
