Procurement Specialist

5 months ago

Sydney, Australia Abbott Full time

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.


We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to join our team based in

Reporting to the this role is responsible for the day-to-day Procurement activities for Australia and New Zealand across all Abbott divisions.

You will support and execute strategies for indirect categories and deliver the best total cost of ownership that effectively meet the business needs and objectives while ensuring compliance to the procurement policy implementation. This role will give you exposure while growing your career.

What does a day in this role looks like:

Execute the procurement process and compliance including completion of associated documentation and lead supplier negotiations Execute and provide support in the commercial relationships for indirect categories, including sourcing, contract and vendor management Support in tenders and contract documentation, cost, terms and conditions negotiations with appropriate vendors Manage the purchase order approval process as per policies & SOP within expected timeframe Execute and manage preferred supplier program, provide assistance to internal customers in relation to supplier and contract management. As required, act as point of escalation between the supplier and internal customer Conduct training for procurement process & policies as required

What makes you a successful candidate

Procurement qualification with at least 3 years' of indirect procurement experience Procurement experience within healthcare or FMCG is highly advantageous Qualification in Marketing or experience in a marketing role is advantageous SAP experience is preferable Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills, with strong ability to influence and negotiate at all levels Strong analytical, statistical and numerical/mathematical skills Attention to detail, organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities Proven ability to manage and build relationships with key stakeholders

What we offer you

Free onsite parking Onsite gym and barista Discounted Shares Leading Learning and Development opportunities Wellness programs Discounted share options Being part of an organisation reputed to be a World’s Top Employer recognised for our workplace culture that values healthy living, diversity and equal opportunity

Abbott is committed to building a diverse workforce that values diversity across gender, age, culture, disability and lifestyle.

In order to be eligible to work for Abbott in Australia or New Zealand, you must hold current working rights with no restrictions for the respective country applicable.

We ask that recruiters respect our internal recruitment process and PSA panel by refraining from contacting us or forwarding unsolicited profiles.

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