Business Support Specialist at Abbott

Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • Minimum 1 year experience

Responsibilities

  • Process sales and invoices so that customer orders are dispatched, invoiced, and paid accurately and on time
  • Draft more complex sales documentation, proposals, reports, and correspondence such as sales contracts and maintenance agreements
  • Make more complex calculations to accurately compile and report statistics
  • Perform background research on customer accounts, prospects, competitors, and industry trends to support the sales team’s activities
  • Answer more complex, difficult, or escalated internal and customer enquiries on product availability, prices, delivery times, and the status of orders so that enquiries are dealt with promptly and accurately
  • Communicate with staff from other areas in the organisation, such as production, warehouse, transport, or distribution, to confirm the status of orders and resolve customer complaints
  • Use databases or other computerized systems to maintain up-to-date customer records, to track the status of orders and deliveries, to maintain sales commission and expense records, and to generate sales reports and statistics

Skills

Invoice Processing
Sales Documentation
Sales Reporting
Customer Service
Database Management
Order Tracking
Market Research
Administrative Support

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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