Procurement Manager, Ingredient Strategy

Abbott • Columbus, OH

14h • 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. 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 FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity We have an immediate opportunity for a Procurement Manager, Ingredient Strategy in our Columbus, OH location. As the Procurement Manager, you will lead global ingredient sourcing strategies and drive enterprise-level initiatives that shape the future of Abbott’s nutrition and food programs. This role is accountable for developing and executing high-impact procurement strategies for critical ingredient categories, with a specific focus on addressing emerging ingredient regulations and advancing quality programs with our supply base. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, executive presence, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders internally and externally. This position requires a visionary leader who can translate complex business needs into actionable strategies, manage risk in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive procurement experience, including strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Proven track record of leading enterprise-level projects with impactful business results.
• Documented examples of teamwork and successful collaboration with senior leadership.
• Experience with governmental/regulatory bodies and legal frameworks.
• People leadership experience required; ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
• Executive presence and ability to communicate complex topics clearly and persuasively.
• Strategic thinking with strong project management and leadership capabilities.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across global functions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise Program Leadership - Oversee procurement activities as part of cross-functional governance for initiatives impacting MAHA, processed foods, and emerging regulatory requirements.
• Lead high-visibility programs from problem identification through solution implementation, with minimal oversight.
• Ensure alignment with corporate priorities and deliver results that enhance supply continuity for our customers while positively impacting P&L performance.
• Champion continuous improvement in procurement processes, tools, and governance.
• Regulatory & Compliance Expertise - Anticipate and respond to global regulatory changes; partner with legal, quality and regulatory teams to ensure compliance.
• Influence internal policy and external advocacy efforts related to ingredient sourcing.
• Supplier Relationship Management - Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation, resilience, and competitive advantage.
• Negotiate complex agreements and manage supplier performance at an executive level.
• Cross-Functional Influence - Collaborate with senior leaders in R&D, Quality, Legal, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to deliver integrated solutions.
• Present complex strategies and recommendations succinctly to executive leadership and governance committees.
• People Leadership - Lead and develop a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Drive talent development and succession planning within the procurement organization.
• Analytics & Decision Support - Leverage advanced analytics to inform strategic decisions, optimize cost structures, and identify growth opportunities.
• Strategic Leadership & Category Ownership - Define, develop and execute global ingredient procurement strategies aligned with Abbott’s long-term business objectives.
• Serve as a thought leader on market trends, regulatory shifts, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive innovation and sustainability initiatives within ingredient sourcing.
• Purchasing responsibilities managing spend in alignment with purchasing policies

Benefits

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• 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 FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees