Senior Packaging Procurement Strategist – Cost Savings

Abbott; Unity (IL); Presencial; USD 78.000 - 156.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Abbott Nutrition seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist to develop and execute packaging procurement strategies across the U.S. region.

The role involves supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to support business objectives and drive value creation. Responsibilities include implementing category strategies, leading supplier evaluations, conducting RFIs/RFPs, negotiating contracts, and tracking savings and performance metrics.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or related experience.
• Strong expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver cost savings initiatives.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to develop business cases.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.

Responsabilidades

• Implement packaging category procurement strategies aligned with global procurement objectives.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, and selection to support operational needs.
• Conduct competitive sourcing events including RFIs and RFPs with supplier evaluation.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and manage relationships to achieve favorable commercial terms.
• Track and report key procurement metrics including savings, performance, and sourcing effectiveness.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Sourcing

Supply chain

Strategic sourcing

Contract management

Supplier negotiations

Cost savings

Business cases

Excel

PowerPoint

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Descripción del empleo

Abbott Nutrition seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist to develop and execute packaging procurement strategies across the U.S. region.

The role involves supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to support business objectives and drive value creation. Responsibilities include implementing category strategies, leading supplier evaluations, conducting RFIs/RFPs, negotiating contracts, and tracking savings and performance metrics.