Global Supply Chain Planner - Export & Replenishment

Abbott; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Specialist to coordinate shipment and replenishment in the US. You will manage distribution, optimize container use, and ensure timely delivery with Abbott’s internal and external partners.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in logistics/scm/business and 1–2 years in related areas. You will work in a fast-paced, global environment with opportunities for process improvements and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
• 1–2 years of total experience in two or more areas: customer service, international supply chain operations, transportation management, planning.
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with a high sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated team player with ability to work in a global environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills recommended for cost-effective solutions.
• Good understanding of DRP and planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipment of product from manufacturing and distribution locations in the Americas to Abbott affiliates and direct Abbott customers worldwide.
• Allocate product to maximize container utilization and minimize transportation costs.
• Ensure prompt, accurate and efficient handling of shipments communications.
• Monitor KPIs and perform root cause analysis to improve performance.
• Maintain the master arrivals schedule (MAS) to meet market demand and safety stock targets.
• Identify continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve service.
• Maintain customer and shipping requirements including system parameters, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external supply chain partners.
• Act as customer representative in the Abbott supply chain.
• Make decisions regarding distribution of product for cost-effective transportation and timely delivery.
• Proactively identify and communicate issues affecting on-time delivery.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Communication skills

Problem solving

Planning systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/SCM/Business Administration

Job description

Abbott in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Specialist to coordinate shipment and replenishment in the US. You will manage distribution, optimize container use, and ensure timely delivery with Abbott’s internal and external partners.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in logistics/scm/business and 1–2 years in related areas. You will work in a fast-paced, global environment with opportunities for process improvements and career growth.