Posted:
1/13/2026, 7:24:04 AM
Location(s):
Plymouth, Minnesota, United States ⋅ Minnesota, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support
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The Opportunity
Our Plymouth , MN location is looking for an experience Senior Specialist in strategic procurement who will be responsible for the management of direct procurement category in support of our Structural Heart Division.
Structural Heart Business Mission: Why We Exist
Our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life by designing and providing device and management solutions for treating structural heart disease.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Applies experience and procurement knowledge to execute the purchasing and supply management strategies created by the
Category Managers. Work with customers, internal and external, and the Divisions to solve issues and drive high levels of
customer service. This role will work across multiple verticals. The position will be responsible for Operations and Tactical work
with the various categories. The Specialist has delegated authority to commit company funds while contributing cost savings and
partnerships with suppliers and internal customers. Proactively seek innovative ways to improve the procurement processes, cycle
times, and customer service levels Full understanding of the "One Procurement" strategies. Strong knowledge and project work
across multiple categories that impact the team positively. Works within defined processes and procedures and may help
determine appropriate approaches for change.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
• First line responder pivots between strategy, operations and transactional sourcing.
• Execute against category strategies and work in the guidance of strategic category leaders.
• Manage SOWs/RFI's/Ordering documents.
• Assist with supplier selection.
• Manage day to day supply issues.
• Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures.
• Communicates pertinent information to both internal customers and suppliers to keep apprised and to prevent problems.
• Execute ad-hoc/one off buys.
• Support PO conversion - non transactional and some negotiations.
• Educate on existing solutions and enable performance and tech tools development.
• Lead resolution on issues and invoice error.
• PO change management and communicate trends of changes.
• Enable supplier integration and KPI's.
• Drive savings outcomes. Collaboration with functions.
• Create and implement RFPs.
• Performs routine professional-based activities and contribute to and manage some projects.
• Communicate with appropriate departments to clarify request and obtain appropriate supporting documentation for the purchase.
• Implement agreed purchasing strategies for category.
• Seek and support business relationships with diverse suppliers.
• Meet regularly with divisional customers and support functions to ensure good customer satisfaction and continuous
improvement.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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The base pay for this position is
$61,300.00 – $122,700.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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Website: https://abbott.com/
Headquarter Location: Illinois City, Illinois, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1944
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt
Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Emergency Medicine ⋅ Genetics ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Health Diagnostics ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Medical ⋅ Medical Device ⋅ Nutrition ⋅ Pharmaceutical