Sr Buyer Jobs

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.

Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease. Our extensive portfolio includes drug-eluting stents, bare metal stents, guide wires, balloon dilatation catheters, imaging catheters and software, vessel closure devices and peripheral stents

The Opportunity

Our location in Temecula, CA, currently has an opportunity onsite for a Senior Buyer

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Responsible for developing and/or implementing/executing the strategy for assigned categories. Work intimately with customers, divisions and sites, in alignment with the "One Procurement" model. Provide superior levels of customer service and satisfaction while adhering to a strict standard of business ethics and integrity.

• Responsible for purchasing the services and supplies necessary for the organisation's operations.
• Activities include sourcing, evaluating and selecting suppliers and vendors, negotiating supply contracts, and monitoring the quality and timeliness of materials and services supplied.

Core Job Responsibilitites

• Assess variety of supplier’s products to ensure they that they comply with specifications and meet the organization’s quality standards.
• The Senior Buyer will identify, research, evaluate and suppliers that meet the organization’s standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply.
• Typically involved in large and/or more complex purchases and suppliers that have higher impact on the organization’s products, processes and budget.
• Requires high degree of skills and independence in negotiation activities.
• Evaluate complex sales and promotional campaigns to secure reduced prices.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Minimum Education

• CPSM certification desired
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience: Supply Chain, Engineering, Science, Business, or Financial Degrees.

Minimum Experience / Training Required

• Excellent problem solving skills and Proficient in the use of spreadsheet programs.
• Strong interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills
• 4-6 years of or Procurement experience.
• Excellent people skills,
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Project management skills.
• Functional experience.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• Paid time off

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $71,300.00 – $142,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.