Senior Specialist Procurement - Plastics

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.

     

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. 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 student debt program and FreeU 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

As a Senior Procurement Specialist – Plastics, you will play a critical role in driving Abbott’s Global Procurement Plastics category strategy across global operations. This position focuses on procurement execution, supplier negotiations, and contract management while leveraging advanced technologies—including AI and digital tools—to improve sustainability and efficiency. You will work cross-functionally to align procurement activities with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and innovation initiatives.

What You’ll Work On

• Execute the plastics category strategy across North America and global sites.

• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, and selection processes.

• Research and assess business requirements and suppliers; assist with supplier identification and selection.

• Drive value and cost savings for plastics subcategories and supply chain.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless procurement operations.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

• Manage competitive bidding events (RFIs, RFPs) and lead fact-based negotiations.

• Utilize AI-driven tools and digital platforms to:

  • Enhance sourcing efficiency and supplier performance tracking.

  • Support predictive analytics for cost modeling and risk mitigation.

  • Automate routine procurement tasks to improve cycle times.

  • Identify and implement technologies that support sustainable procurement practices.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to pilot and scale innovative solutions aligned with Abbott’s sustainability goals.

• Support development and completion of contracts, statements of work, and standard operating procedures.

• Manage supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Drive multiple procurement projects through complex sourcing processes.

• Develop and maintain deep category knowledge and market intelligence.

• Provide data analysis for sourcing decisions and supplier performance.

• Assist in financial planning, LBE projections, and cash flow improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably in plastics or packaging.

• Strong skills in supplier negotiations, contracting, and relationship management.

• Experience with AI tools, digital procurement platforms, and sustainability initiatives.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, Access, and data analytics tools.

• Ability to travel up to 15%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification from ISM or APICS.

• Lean/Six Sigma experience.

• Project management experience; PMP certification or training is a plus.

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.

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The base pay for this position is

$75,300.00 – $150,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:Category Management

     

DIVISION:GPS Global Purchasing Services

        

LOCATION:United States > Abbott Park : AP52

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:Standard

     

TRAVEL:Not specified

     

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.

     

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