Inventory Supervisor at Abbott

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

High-caliber leadership experience suitable for managing a team of analysts in inventory management
Ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy
Strong partnership skills with Supply Chain, Commercial, and Customer Service teams
Expertise in proactive monitoring, analysis, and optimization of field inventory
Knowledge of U.S. field inventory policies and procedures, including consignment return procedures, Use Before Date policies, and commission adjustments
Capability to drive measurable improvements in cost-efficiency (inventory levels, scrap, freight) and service levels
Skills in interpreting and implementing USD-specific policies and procedures
Experience in developing team capabilities, coaching, guidance, and performance feedback
Proficiency in cross-functional collaboration with Sales Management, Sales Representatives, and internal leadership
Ability to represent inventory function in field engagements and translate business needs into actionable improvements

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of analysts responsible for field inventory management, ensuring alignment with Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Sales teams
Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to foster team growth and accountability
Drive strategic initiatives to optimize inventory levels, reduce scrap and freight costs, and improve operational efficiency across consignment and field inventory programs
Oversee the execution of inventory processes and tools, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance across all regions
Champion best practices and continuous improvement in documentation, reporting, and training
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales Management, Sales Representatives, and internal leadership to align on inventory targets, product rerouting strategies, and phase-in/phase-out execution plans
Represent the inventory function in field engagements, gathering insights from sales personnel and translating business needs into actionable improvements
Ensure policy adherence and process clarity, including consignment return procedures, Use Before Date policies, and commission adjustments
Communicate updates and changes effectively

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Inventory ManagementSupply ChainTeam LeadershipData AnalysisCustomer ServiceCommercial Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Abbott offer?

Abbott provides free medical coverage in 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 works out of the Austin, TX location.

What are the main responsibilities of the Inventory Supervisor?

The role involves leading and developing a team of analysts for field inventory management, ensuring alignment with Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Sales teams, monitoring and optimizing inventory, adhering to policies, and driving cost-efficiency and service levels.

What is the company culture like at Abbott?

Abbott emphasizes work that matters, 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 the Inventory Supervisor role?

A strong candidate should be high-caliber with leadership experience to lead a team of analysts, operate with high autonomy, partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Commercial, and Customer Service teams, and focus on developing team capabilities and driving strategic initiatives.

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