Abbott

Healthcare

CategoryManager-Electronics

$99–199k Plymouth, Minnesota, United States; St. Paul, Minnesota, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Healthcare
Problems you'll solve

Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

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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