Lifecycle Supply Chain Manager - NPD & EOL

Abbott; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Sylmar, CA seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead lifecycle management for product supply, including NPD and EOL. The role partners with R&D, Operations, and Engineering, driving demand and supply plans and supplier collaboration to meet timelines.

The position offers leadership responsibility for skilled direct reports and a path toward senior operations leadership, with a focus on regulatory compliance and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Business Administration or related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA/MA/MS) or equivalent.
• Experience in materials management or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manages supply chain program/product lifecycle for NPD and EOL.
• Coordinates demand and supply plans with planning teams.
• Involves early supplier involvement and supplier selection for programs.
• Oversees material purchasing schedules and inspections with cross-functional teams.
• Ensures ERP data accuracy before product release to production.
• Provides updates to Senior Management on NPD and EOL programs.
• Develops ramp-up/ramp-down schedules during site transfers.
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve service.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Master’s degree (MBA/MA/MS)

Tools

Excel

Database management

Job description

Abbott in Sylmar, CA seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead lifecycle management for product supply, including NPD and EOL. The role partners with R&D, Operations, and Engineering, driving demand and supply plans and supplier collaboration to meet timelines.

The position offers leadership responsibility for skilled direct reports and a path toward senior operations leadership, with a focus on regulatory compliance and cost optimization.