Abbott
Healthcare
CategoryManager-Electronics
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“Category Manager - Electronics at Abbott. Skills: Electronics Category Management, Global Sourcing, Supplier Management. Develop and execute global sourcing strategies. Drive value by reducing total cost”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve quality; Improve cost; Support supplier delivery; Support quality escalation
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
20% travel, International travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field, 6-10 years of Procurement and/or deep category management experience, 3 years in regulated industry, Contract negotiation experience, Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams, Organizational, follow-up, and attention-to-detail skills, Ability to travel approximately 20%
Nice to Have
MBA preferred, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, Professional procurement certifications (CPSM, CPM, or similar)
What You'll Do.
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies
Drive value by reducing total cost
Mitigate supply chain risks
Lead continuous improvement initiatives
Identify and qualify suppliers
Conduct competitive bidding
Perform total cost analysis
Gather market intelligence
Consolidate suppliers
Manage supplier relationships
Ensure contract compliance
Track and improve supplier performance
Build and manage relationships with stakeholders
Build and manage relationships with suppliers
Develop and implement category strategies
Develop and implement supplier strategies
Provide market intelligence
Lead sourcing processes
Lead supplier selection processes
Analyze total cost of ownership
Drive cost-saving initiatives
Conduct market analysis
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks
Develop contingency strategies
Develop dual sourcing strategies
Lead supplier relationship management
Support supplier delivery
Support quality escalation
Implement supplier scorecards
Lead business reviews
Ensure supplier compliance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Stakeholders (R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, corporate procurement)
Full Job Description
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. ## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **Category Manager, Electronics** **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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. * Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. * An excellent retirement savings plan with a 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** This role is part of Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) Medical Device Division, based in **Plymouth, MN or St. Paul, MN**. We’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives. We’re seeking a dynamic and strategic procurement professional to lead Electro
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