Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

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 in Zwolle, The Netherlands.

About EPD Supply Chain Zwolle

The EPD (Established Pharmaceuticals Division) focuses on providing high-quality, affordable medicines to patients around the world. The Supply Chain team in Zwolle 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.

How to apply

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

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Category Management

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma

LOCATION:

Netherlands > Zwolle : Grote Voort 247

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable