Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

The primary function of the Associate, Procurement is to support internal and external users of the PTP (procure-to-pay) program within AbbVie (which includes SAP (System Analysis Program Development) S/4 HANA, SRM (Supplier relationship management), SAP S/4 HANA, and supporting systems). The role is critical in providing high levels of customer satisfaction to both AbbVie employees and suppliers. The role must ensure all inquiries are managed effectively and supported in the customer interaction with PTP. The Procurement Assistant works closely with all Procurement users of the system, including Procurement leaders, PTP support functions, internal requisitioners and suppliers.

Responsibilities:

In depth understanding of all aspects of PTP SAP S/4 HANA, SRM. Expert in the use of procurement tools including but not limited to: SAP S/4 HANA, SRM, Vendor Onboarding, e-Procurement tools, Invoice Tracker, POCN tool and contract management.At times may be requested to initiate Purchase Orders to Suppliers and changes to Purchase Orders.Initiate & manage the process of creating new vendors & updating vendors in the system. This is in alignment with the relevant category manager and Preferred Supplier Network.Monitor & keep up to date on process outsourced team managing PTP transactionsAt times support drafting & review of Confidential Disclosure agreements for a subset of stakeholders. Investigate and aid in the resolution of invoice issues related to purchase orders. Maintain the required level of compliance and on-the-job training.Understand existing preferred supplier relationships for certain spend categories, contracting methods and help drive enquiries and to these suppliers. Review and resolve all enquiries in a timely manner, within established SLA’s (typically 48 hours). Identify, develop, and implement improved and standardized buying practices to ensure adequacy of PTP process. Educate requisitioners on the same.Meet regularly with stakeholders and support functions to ensure customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Develops and maintains necessary work instructions and job aids to maximize performance in completing job functions.Seek, develop, and maintain business relationships with clients. Support monthly / regular reporting and updates. Monitor TONKEAN request statuses on a regular basis, take appropriate actions on pending transactions and escalate issues to manager as needed.Monitor/troubleshoot automation issues within our scope and escalate issues to the BTS support team and leadership as appropriate.
Qualifications
High school degree or equivalent years of experienceA minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a Procurement function or supply chain, preferably in the pharmaceutical industryStrong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of Procurement systems, i.e., SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Tonkean, contract management and Sourcing toolsCPM certification desiredExperience with SAP (S/4 HANA & SRM) and Sourcing tools preferred, but not required
Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements understate or local law: ​​​

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that theCompany believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job gradefor this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors includinggeographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may bemodified in the future.​​

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​​

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​​​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested,and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any otherform of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company'ssole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole andabsolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ​

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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