Senior Specialist Procurement - Plastics

Abbott•Chicago, IL

4d•$78,000 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Procurement Specialist – Plastics, you will be a key driver of Abbott’s Global Procurement Plastics category strategy across global operations. This role leads procurement execution, supplier negotiations, and contract management, while integrating advanced technologies to enhance sustainability and efficiency. You will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment with business goals, regulatory standards, and innovation initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
3–5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably in plastics or packaging.
Strong skills in supplier negotiations, contracting, and relationship management.
Experience with AI tools, digital procurement platforms, and sustainability initiatives.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, Access, and data analytics tools.
Project management experience preferred; PMP certification or training is a plus.
Ability to travel up to 15%.

Nice To Haves

Certification from ISM or APICS preferred
Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus

Responsibilities

Execute the plastics category strategy across North America and global sites.
Lead supplier identification, evaluation, and selection processes.
Manage competitive bidding events (RFIs, RFPs) and lead fact-based negotiations.
Manage a Plastics sub-category by developing and executing sourcing strategies for plastic materials and components.
Monitor market trends, resin pricing, and supplier capabilities.
Drive cost-saving opportunities and value engineering initiatives.
Partnering with engineering and operations teams to align specifications with business needs.
Ensuring compliance with quality, regulatory, and sustainability requirements.
Improving supplier performance and mitigating risk.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Support contract development, statements of work, and standard operating procedures.
Drive multiple procurement projects through complex sourcing processes.
Develop and maintain deep category knowledge and market intelligence.
Assist in financial planning, LBE projections, and cash flow improvement initiatives.
Research and evaluate business requirements and suppliers.
Assist with supplier identification and selection.
Drive value and savings for sub categories in the plastics category and supply chain.
Collaborates with other functions to ensure seamless procurement operations.
Support supplier performance management and continuous improvement initiatives.