IT Manager at Abbott

North Chicago, Illinois, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Diagnostics, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or another discipline relevant to the healthcare industry or equivalent experience
  • Overall 7+ years of industry experience with at least 3 years of previous financial management experience
  • Strong experience in Finance for creating financial models and budgeting, including building KPI models and providing financial analysis support for key capital projects
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products, in particular Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • High-level understanding of a broad range of infrastructure technologies – hosting infrastructure equipment, datacenter equipment, Servers, Networking, and Physical Infrastructure – with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical teams such as Finance
  • Preferred: 4-6 years of IT experience in a large or midsized multinational healthcare organization, with IT expertise in one or more areas specific to the supported business process
  • Preferred: Strong project management skills, including program/project management governance
  • Preferred: Proficient in using software applications like SAP Ariba, SAP Symphony, etc
  • Preferred: Strong analytical skills using Power BI and MS Excel

Responsibilities

  • Manage global BTS IT capital portfolio, including planning, forecasting, and financial reconciliation
  • Lead end-to-end lifecycle of IT infrastructure projects, including RCE creation, PO management, and asset closure globally
  • Develop and maintain executive dashboards and financial models using Power BI and Excel for LBE forecasting, KPI tracking, and portfolio health reporting
  • Partner with IT Finance to streamline monthly and quarterly forecasting processes and ensure alignment with strategic goals
  • Execute requirements gathering, process mapping, and documentation for cross-functional programs impacting multiple divisions
  • Administer SharePoint environments and design automated workflows, forms, and dashboards using Power Platform tools
  • Coordinate vendor engagement and procurement activities, including SOW execution and purchase order management
  • Support quarterly meetings with IT leaders and stakeholders to align BTS reporting and capital strategy
  • Champion process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reporting accuracy

Skills

IT Infrastructure
Portfolio Management
Financial Planning
Forecasting
Power BI
Project Management
RCE
PO Management
Asset Management
Executive Dashboards
Financial Models
Process Optimization

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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