Logistics Senior Project Manager - Columbus, OH

Abbott • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. The Logistics Senior Project Manager will manage complex global logistics and capital projects from initiation through successful implementation. Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of initiatives including logistics operations, transportation and logistics contract negotiations, quality and continuous improvement programs, product launches, and product enhancements. Develop business cases to secure project funding and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives while balancing competing priorities and resource constraints.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferably in business, logistics, supply chain or closely related discipline
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• 5+ years of experience
• Skilled in effective leadership, planning, analysis and communication
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills; demonstrated good judgment
• Ability to be creative in achieving objectives while assuring compliance to internal and external requirements
• Understanding of the business, internal systems and procedures
• Utilize commonly accepted project management tools to assist in the development of and adherence to a schedule
• Aptitude to work on problems that are complex in scope where analysis of situations or data involves multiple competing factors
• Form and develop interpersonal, professional relationships; display socially and professionally appropriate behavior
• Work independently and in groups; ability to work cross-functionally
• Aptitude to use various types of databases and other computer software
• Ability to prioritize

Responsibilities

• Manage global logistics, transportation, and capital projects from initiation through successful implementation, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives, timelines, budgets, and performance targets.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria while ensuring effective governance and risk management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives including logistics network optimization, transportation and logistics contract negotiations, quality improvements, new product introductions, product enhancements, and operational transformation projects.
• Manage project plans, resources, dependencies, and priorities to deliver results in complex and dynamic business environments.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders regarding project status, risks, resource requirements, financial performance, and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and present business cases, capital requests, and funding justifications to support project approval and execution.
• Maintain accountability for project financial performance, including budget development, forecasting, cost control, and achievement of expected business benefits.
• Identify project risks, evaluate alternatives, and implement mitigation plans to ensure successful delivery and attainment of organizational goals.
• Operate with significant autonomy and decision-making authority, exercising sound judgment in evaluating risks, opportunities, and strategic alternatives.
• Develop actionable recommendations for leadership and drive decisions that support critical business objectives and long-term organizational success.
• Drive process improvements that enhance logistics performance, service levels, quality, compliance, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Promote best practices in project management, change management, and operational execution across the organization.
• Travel domestically and internationally, up to 10%, as required to support project execution, supplier engagement, operational reviews, and business objectives.

Benefits

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and the FreeU education benefit—an affordable and convenient path to earning a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior