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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Are you ready to take the next step in your supply chain career? Abbott is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team. This exciting opportunity is available at either of our locations: Zwolle, The Netherlands or Allschwil BL, Switzerland .

About EPD Supply Chain

The EPD (Established Pharmaceuticals Division) focuses on providing high-quality, affordable medicines to patients around the world. The Supply Chain team plays a key role in ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products by managing procurement, planning, and coordination with manufacturing sites and third-party suppliers. Their work supports global operations and contributes directly to Abbott's mission of improving health outcomes.

What You'll Do

As a Procurement Specialist, you'll be responsible for:

• Placing and managing Purchase Orders (POs) and Stock Transfer Orders (STOs) in our system.
• Ensuring timely and accurate order execution and proactively communicating with manufacturing sites.
• Monitoring dashboards and supply metrics to identify and resolve issues before they escalate.
• Collaborating closely with planners and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth supply chain operations.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to process optimization.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Proactive and responsible, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Skilled in system handling (SAP ECC/APO experience is a plus).
• An excellent communicator, comfortable working cross-functionally in an international environment.
• Analytical and solution-oriented, with the ability to interpret data and make sound decisions.
• Comfortable working with tools like Excel and Power BI

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (we're open to diverse educational backgrounds).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or planning - ideally within the pharmaceutical industry, but this not mandatory
• Fluency in English is required; Dutch is a nice-to-have but not mandatory.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive team led by a manager who encourages improvement and innovation.
• Work closely with planners and gain insight into strategic supply chain processes.
• Opportunity to grow within a global organization that values collaboration and continuous learning.

Please apply to the position through the link in the ad. Applications without a CV and cover letter will not be reviewed.

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma

LOCATION:

Netherlands > Zwolle : Grote Voort 247

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

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JOB SUMMARY

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Abbott

Zwolle

14 days ago

N/A

Full-time

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Supply Chain Procurement Specialist