Sr. Manager, Packaging Procurement

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 .

• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

• An excellent retirement savings plan with 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Purchasing Leader to oversee and optimize all procurement activities across the organization. In this role, you will ensure cost-effective purchasing while maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, and supplier performance.

• Partner with cross-functional leaders to forecast demand for goods, materials, and services

• Develop procurement plans, cost estimates, and timelines to support business needs

• Evaluate, select, and negotiate with suppliers for key contracts and purchases

• Establish purchasing policies, standards, and evaluation tools for supplier selection

• Analyze purchasing trends and identify opportunities for bulk buying and cost savings

• Monitor market price trends and new product offerings to optimize spend

• Manage and strengthen relationships with key suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors

• Ensure consistent delivery of quality, service, and reliability from suppliers

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing purchasing team

• Oversee team performance, resource allocation, and achievement of targets

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management

• Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate pricing and market trends

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing teams

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Advanced degree (MBA or related field)

• Experience in strategic sourcing or category management

• Knowledge of procurement systems and tools (ERP, sourcing platforms)

• Certification such as CPSM, CPM, or equivalent

• Experience driving cost reduction initiatives and process improvements