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The Global Process Lead (GPL) – Procure to Pay (PTP) reports to the Global Process Manager (GPM) and is responsible for working globally and locally on supporting the development, design and implementation of end-to-end- business processes to drive improvement and communication across GBS, drive standardization and optimization of process and procedures.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supporting end-to-end design and implementation of the solution

• Partner and support the Global Process Manager (GPM) to drive necessary business decisions and process adoption

• Promotes a Global Perspective.

• Ensure that IT solutions meet the needs of the business.

• Support the design, build, and documentations to ensure they are consistent with effective integration and communication across Procure to Pay

• Support the change management and training aspect as this is a key deliverable for the project across all entities

• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.

• Establish and maintain high-quality relationships with all levels across the company and with external partners

• Completion of additional tasks that may be assigned during the project by GPM

Knowledge and Expertise in a range of the following subject areas essential

• Purchasing Processes (stock, non-stock items, capital equipment).

• Evaluation of MRP, Review and maintenance of planning and purchasing contingencies to ensure continued supply of product, and ability to analysis forecast data.

• Supplier Management in a regulated ISO13485 environment

• Vendor contacts and resolution of ongoing vendor issues

• Account Payable Processes

• Preparation of payments to Vendors including matching of electronic payments to paid invoices and expense reports on a weekly basis

• Matching, coding and processing of Vendors Invoices and Credit Notes

• Understanding the reconciliation of Vendor’s statements on a monthly basis

• Monthly close

Ad Hoc aspects to the role

• To undertake and be accountable for projects as requested by the department head.

Personal Characteristics

• Strong analytical skills

• Detail-oriented, a critical-thinker, experienced at investigating and resolving complex issues

• Experience of working with international stakeholders

• Innovative, with a strong ability to identify pain points, propose and implement solutions.

• Effective communicator, both articulate & verbally presentable.

• Self-starter, possesses flexibility and ability to work under pressure in a fast-changing environment and ambiguous situations.

• Positive attitude, team player with a high level of initiative, energy and enthusiasm.

• Ability to work with cross functional teams and drive projects across functions is essential.

Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Accounting Technician/Procurement/Supply Chain or equivalent qualification

• Third Level Diploma/Degree

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint essential.

• 3+ years relevant experience in a supply chain / procurement / accounts payable role – preferably with Shared Service Centre and multinational corporation background

• SAP ERP Systems experience is essential

• Another language is preferred.

Other/s:

• Travel will be required as part of this role

Job Characteristic Profile

Strategic

• Understands the business strategic direction and is able to pro-actively conceive and develop a training plan which is aligned.

• Pro-actively identifies potential future skill gaps and plans accordingly.

Manages Complexity

• Is familiar with broad suite of Abbott Galway and 3rd party products.

• Understands the different dynamics with each team and adopts his/her approach accordingly.

• Partners where necessary with peer groups within and outside the company.

Influential

• Is comfortable and confident in interfacing with senior management.

• Can positively influence employees at all levels on the need for continuous skill enhancement.

• Can interface professionally with external auditors.

Innovative

• Can develop plans and policies to meet continually changing business needs.

• Identifies best practice training organisations and implements learning in Abbott Galway.

• Continually seeks to improve the effectiveness of training across the business.

Results Driven

• Implements his/her plan with 100% attention to detail and success.

• Associates directly with all customer related metrics across the site and builds connectivity of training plans in support of same.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com