Category Manager at Abbott

Temecula, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Strong understanding of "One Procurement" category strategies
Considered an SME across categories
Extensive market and supplier knowledge to drive lower TCO
Ability to manage PO approvals up to $2,000,000
Leverages professional expertise and relationships to contribute to strategy and drive business results
Ability to lead and influence functional strategy
Recognized as a thought leader within strategic discipline

Responsibilities

Leading and executing purchasing supply management activities for all categories and sub-categories
Working closely with key stakeholders in Corporate and Division organizations to develop effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
Nurturing stakeholder relationships by serving as a business partner, identifying critical business requirements, and providing sourcing and procurement services
Driving reduced total cost of ownership by optimizing Tier 2 and Tier 3 supply chains
Representing Abbott strategically in the industry and community
Proactively identifying areas of opportunity for new business opportunities, process improvement, and cost efficiencies
Providing insight to the business unit on how to best develop and leverage supplier capabilities
Implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system
Developing plans and delivering results in fast-changing business environments
Developing and implementing procurement plans and strategies to support business needs
Leading projects/initiatives that have significant impact upon global business
Anticipating internal/external business challenges and driving change
Leading project teams to achieve milestones and objectives
Solving complex problems and taking a broad perspective to identify solutions
Educating on existing solutions and enabling performance and technical tools development
Developing supplier KPIs and management
Driving value and savings for categories
Collaborating with matrix functional organizations
Leading the development of functional strategy
Leading change initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Category ManagementPurchasingSupply ManagementStakeholder ManagementProcurement

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Abbott offer?

Abbott provides free medical coverage through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan, an excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit for earning a bachelor’s degree.

Is this position remote or onsite?

The position is onsite in either Temecula, CA or St. Paul, MN.

What are the main responsibilities of the Category Manager role?

The role involves leading purchasing supply management for categories, developing cost reduction strategies with stakeholders, nurturing relationships, optimizing supply chains for lower total cost of ownership, and leading initiatives as a subject matter expert.

What is the company culture like at Abbott?

Abbott emphasizes work that matters, personal growth, learning, caring for yourself and family, being your true self, career development in an international company, and is recognized as a great place to work, one of the most admired companies, and best for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What makes a strong candidate for this Category Manager position?

Strong candidates should have extensive market and supplier knowledge, experience driving cost efficiencies and supply chain optimization, the ability to nurture stakeholder relationships, and expertise as a thought leader and SME in procurement strategies.

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