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The OpportunityOur location in Irving, TX currently has an opportunity for a Procurement Manager. In this role you will leverage extensive markets and supplier relationships to manage procurement of direct materials, R&D materials, and services for CoreDx’s Instrument operations. Implement actions to ensure supply continuity and supplier resiliency.What You’ll Work On
Responsible for setting and executing procurement strategies for goods and services required within the entity. In conjunction with supporting internal business areas and projects, identifies opportunities for cost reduction, quality and technology, develops and executes strategies to achieve them.
Implements sourcing strategies to support objectives in the area of indirect or direct commodities, providing the entity a competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies, and services.
Locates, analyzes, and develops a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future commodity needs.
Negotiates and manages contracts/agreements for assigned commodities with low to medium risk and low to medium complexity.
Administers agreements per best practices.
Develops risk management strategies and recommends short and long terms strategies with defined risk/benefit strategies.
Develops alternate sources to ensure a steady flow of goods, materials, and/or services.
Maintains budget and performs analyses of costs related to labor rates, charges, time, and cost of materials.
Monitors supplier capability and performance to ensure maintenance of deliver, quality, and price commitments.
Maintains and promotes sound relationships with suppliers and business community.
Supports projects to assure all procurement activities are performed as required.
Creates and maintains mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement. This includes driving continuous improvements with the supplier base.
Develops cross-functional teams to understand division-wide needs and evaluate suppliers.
Understands, tracks and forecasts the key cost drivers and market factors for assigned commodities.
Compiles market condition information regarding commodities and suppliers and suggests/implements business strategy changes.
Leads in the development of materials policies and procedures.
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.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering or equivalent.
5 years progressively responsible experience in purchasing/commodity management or equivalent Technical or Business experience.
3 years working in a highly regulated environment.
Experience negotiating terms purchasing agreements.
Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
Multitasks, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in timely manner.
Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
Ability to travel approximately 20%, including internationally.
Preferred Qualifications
3 years working with purchasing/commodity management software/MRP a plus.
Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification a plus.
Successful track record within procurement, supply chain management or technical field.
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or similar certification a plus.
Some functional experience in both procurement and category management desirable.
Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)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 $95,000.00 – $190,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.An Equal Opportunity EmployerAbbot 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
