Job Description

The primary function of Purchasing is to economically and efficiently purchase goods and services commensurate with AbbVie policies and objectives, while adhering to a strict standard of business ethics and integrity. Responsible for managing suppliers effectively and providing high levels of customer satisfaction. The Manager works closely with Site management and employees, at the direction of the Regional Purchasing Manager. This position negotiates, develops and implements agreements that maximize value and support client initiatives, standardizes materials, services and suppliers. The Purchasing Manager is delegated the authority to commit company funds. This position will work on the definition and resolution of known or anticipated problems in value, quality, feasibility, and specifications in the procurement of goods and services, while contributing cost savings and other value added activity to support customer needs and expectations.

• Responsible for sourcing, bidding, negotiating, contracting, and purchasing goods and services in alignment with agreed category strategies. Execute the competitive bidding process in accordance with the Organization\xe2\x80\x99s Purchasing Policy
• Understand the Organization\xe2\x80\x99s approved buying channels and contracting policy for goods and services and help guide requestor\xe2\x80\x99s to the appropriate buying channel
• Develop and maintain a supply base that ensures the best value for quality, delivery, pricing, service, etc. Includes over-sight of all new vendor requests, in alignment with preferred supplier networks and relevant category strategy
• Support and implement preferred supplier network for certain spend categories and help drive spend to these suppliers
• Proactive management of local suppliers including, anticipation, resolution and communication. Analyze supplier performance using established rating systems (eg supplier metrics program, suppliers\xe2\x80\x99 goals, etc.).
• Review and approve all requisitions in a timely manner
• Demonstrate knowledge of external guidelines (eg FDA, Customs, TSCA, USDA, PhRMA, etc) to ensure compliance
• Identify, develop and implement standardized buying practices to ensure adequacy of supply chain. Educate requisitioners on the same
• Seek innovative solutions for the procurement process, develop action plans and participate in cross-functional, cross-divisional teams
• Effectively develop and negotiate confidentiality agreements and any other agreement in alignment with agreed category strategies, at a financial approved and authorized for the position
• Meet regularly with internal customers and support functions to ensure customer satisfaction and continuous improvement, including monthly / regular reporting and updates
• Support AbbVie category strategies and obtain client approval of category strategies. Communicate with the relevant Category Manager to help identify major opportunities
• Develops and maintains necessary files and records to maintain compliance and maximize performance in completing job functions
• Perform on-going analysis and cost reductions to ensure the lowest overall cost and highest possible value
• Understand and apply cultural awareness with foreign business entities
• Seek, develop and maintain business relationships with suppliers and clients
• Use of procurement tools including but not limited to: SAP, catalogues, eProcurement, economic indicators and contract management, etc

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Business or related discipline or 4 years of equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in a purchasing agent / buyer role, preferably in Pharmaceutical industry
• Analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Written and verbal skills enabling effective communication with all levels of management
• Knowledge of purchasing policy
• Contract negotiations experience

Preferred Qualifications

• CPM certification desired (or equivalent)
• Experience with SAP (SRM, ECC), e-Sourcing and contract management tools preferred, but not required
• Individual must be self-motivated with great follow-up skills and be able to work independently

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer including disability/vets. It is AbbVie\xe2\x80\x99s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran or a person\xe2\x80\x99s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, or any other protected group status. We will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, individuals with a disability, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans or active-duty wartime or campaign badge veterans. The Affirmative Action Plan is available for viewing in the Human Resources office during regular business hours.