About this Global Dairy Procurement Manager role at Abbott
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .
Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Global Dairy Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supply chain initiatives for dairy commodities across our global operations. This role manages up to $200MM in annual expenditures and directly supports the Nutrition and Established Pharma divisions by ensuring consistent, cost-effective, and compliant supply of dairy materials.
What You’ll Work On
Develop and execute global dairy procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals
Lead negotiations and secure long-term contracts with significant financial impact
Manage supplier relationships across diverse cultures and geographies
Ensure uninterrupted supply of dairy materials to global manufacturing and third-party sites
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, R&D, QA, Regulatory, and Manufacturing
Navigate complex regulatory environments and ensure compliance with global standards
Deliver financial plans and cost-saving initiatives across divisions
Coach and develop team members while fostering a culture of compliance and excellence
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Supply Chain, or a technical field
6+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management
Proven ability to manage large-scale expenditures and supplier portfolios
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Experience working in global environments with cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or Master of Science in a related field
Experience in the dairy industry
Background in data and analytics
Familiarity with global regulatory requirements in food and pharma supply chains
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$99,300.00 – $198,700.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Category Management
DIVISION:
GPS Global Purchasing Services
LOCATION:
United States > Columbus : 2900 Easton Square Place
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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