(Sr.) Demand Planning and Purchasing Specialist at Abbott

Shanghai, China

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, IVDIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and above
  • Mathematics, Statistics or English education background preferred
  • 3 years working experience overall demand/supply planning in IVD or MD Industry
  • Excellent Excel skill, other advanced data analysis skills preferred
  • Patient, desire to follow up detailed matter, high sensitivity on the data and calculation
  • Can work under pressure
  • Good communication skills
  • Fluent English in speaking and writing is a MUST

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for demand planning for reagents and required items on monthly basis
  • Full participation on company S&OP activities by working with domestic and global stakeholders
  • Perform monthly demand forecast
  • Monitor the forecast accuracy and regularly update the root cause of accuracy excursion with follow up actions
  • Set up safety stock, monitor the inventory level
  • Write Off, short shelf life stock mitigation
  • Purchasing activities to inter company, overseas and local suppliers
  • Follow up the shipment on time arrive
  • Tracking overdue POs
  • Other tasks assigned by line manager

Skills

Demand Planning
Forecast Accuracy
Inventory Management
S&OP
Purchasing
Excel
Data Analysis
Supply Chain

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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