Strategic Procurement Lead – Global Sourcing & Contracts

Abbott; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage for employees

Excellent retirement savings plan with

Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2…

FreeU education benefit

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Abbott, a global healthcare leader, seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist, Operations in Chicago to drive procurement excellence across the organization. You will partner with stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to execute sourcing strategies, deliver savings, and ensure quality and compliance in the One Abbott Procurement model.

In this high-visibility role, you will manage supplier relationships, lead complex RFPs, negotiate contracts, and monitor KPIs while promoting diversity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required in a relevant field (Engineering, Science, Business, Finance, or related).
• 4+ years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, purchasing, or related experience.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, contracts, and procurement activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to resolve complex issues.
• Ability to partner with cross-functional stakeholders and influence outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to high ethical standards and compliance-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and contracting activities with new and existing suppliers.
• Execute purchasing and supply management strategies developed by Category Managers and Category Leaders.
• Partner with Legal and category teams throughout contract development and negotiation.
• Drive cost savings, supplier performance, and value-creation across procurement categories.
• Research, evaluate, and analyze supplier proposals and pricing to identify optimal solutions.
• Lead complex RFPs and procurement projects from planning through execution.
• Manage purchase order approvals up to $1,000,000 and support PO changes.
• Resolve complex procurement and invoice issues and implement root-cause solutions.
• Enable supplier integration and establish KPIs to measure success.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer service.
• Serve as subject matter expert and provide guidance to procurement team members.
• Support supplier diversity initiatives and ethical business practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Ethical standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Excel / Advanced analytics

Job description

Abbott, a global healthcare leader, seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist, Operations in Chicago to drive procurement excellence across the organization. You will partner with stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to execute sourcing strategies, deliver savings, and ensure quality and compliance in the One Abbott Procurement model.

In this high-visibility role, you will manage supplier relationships, lead complex RFPs, negotiate contracts, and monitor KPIs while promoting diversity