LAS Operations Procurement Specialist II

RXinsider LTD.; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Excellent retirement plan

Global company

Job summary

Abbott in Madison, WI is seeking a procurement professional to manage the full purchase order lifecycle and supplier contracts within its Cancer Diagnostics organization. You will work with Procurement, Finance, Legal, and end users to optimize purchasing workflows.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/SCM or related field with 4+ years in buying and ERP. Strong MS Office skills and US work authorization are essential. Experience with SAP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent).
• 4+ years buying, supply chain, inventory management, ERP experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint/Teams).
• US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage full purchase order lifecycle: documentation, data entry, approvals, submission, expediting, status monitoring, resolution, and reconciliation.
• Manage lifecycle of laboratory equipment and service contracts: planning, negotiation support, execution, renewals, and business reviews.
• Evaluate suppliers, support pricing negotiations, maintain pricing/lead times, and guide departments to meet quality and financial standards.
• Monitor procurement activity, prepare reports/metrics, and coordinate with Accounts Payable on discrepancies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve workflows, strengthen vendor performance, and ensure compliance.

Skills

MS Office

US work authorization

Computer skills

Data entry

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business/IT/SCM

Associate degree + 2 years applicable experience

High School Diploma + 4 years applicable experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position is within Abbott's Cancer Diagnostics business. Abbott's Cancer Diagnostics business was established through the acquisition of Exact Sciences', bringing together Abbott's global diagnostics leadership with Exact Sciences' expertise in cancer screening and diagnostic testing. Together, we're advancing the early detection of cancer and improving outcomes for patients through innovative, accessible testing solutions. Our combined portfolio and reach allow us to bring life-changing diagnostic technology to more patients, providers, and health systems worldwide.

What You’ll Work On

• Manage the full purchase order lifecycle, including documentation, data entry, approvals, submission, order expediting, status monitoring, issue resolution, and reconciliation of outstanding purchase orders with requestors, buyers, warehouse personnel, vendors, and other third parties.
• Manage the lifecycle of laboratory equipment and service contracts, including planning, supplier engagement, negotiation support, execution, performance monitoring, renewals, and business reviews to ensure agreements are strategically sourced, financially optimized, and operationally aligned.
• Evaluate and maintain supplier and vendor information, recommend suppliers from approved sources, support price negotiations, maintain pricing and lead-time data, assist with sourcing parts and materials, and guide departments toward products and services that meet quality and financial standards.
• Monitor supply needs, delivery schedules, lead times, and procurement activity; prepare reports, metrics, and data summaries; communicate schedule or delivery changes; resolve stalled submittals; and partner with Accounts Payable to address invoice and quote discrepancies.
• Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Finance, Legal, Service Operations, Supply Chain, and end users to improve workflows, streamline purchasing strategies, strengthen vendor performance, support compliance, and proactively identify and implement operational improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Supply Chain, or a related field; Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field and 2 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma/General Education Diploma and 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 4+ years of experience in buying, supply chain, inventory management, and ERP systems.
• Proficient computer skills including Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, such as : Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, or Teams.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within SAP.
• 2+ years of experience with databases, spreadsheets, and statistical programs.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 :2005 and 21 CFR Part 820 requirements regarding inspection, measuring, and test equipment.

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.

Connect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers.

The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 – $122,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.