Purchasing AssistantAbbott

JOB DESCRIPTION:
General Responsibilities
Purchasing
Support the Purchasing Function via the undertaking of tasks assigned by the Purchasing Team Lead or in the Team rota schedule. (for example)
Maintenance of the Shared Purchasing Mailbox
Maintenance of the shared web portal for communicating with off-site warehouses
Publishing Reports in line with existing Purchasing KPI's
Maintaining PO's, attaching suppliers confirmations and updating delivery dates
Purchase Order Generation and placement to Suppliers
Ensure conformance to ISO13485 in relation to Process and Document Control procedures as stated in the Quality Management System. Ensure compliance to procedures - physical activities must mirror the documented SOP or WI. Where there is a deviation or an opportunity for improvement a change control needs to be agreed and completed
Supplier Quality
Reporting of data required for review in quarterly supplier review meetings
Recording of and the carrying out of associated actions relating to any supplier related incidents that arise.
Technical Responsibilities
While focussed on the Procurement function, developments will almost certainly require involvement throughout the breadth of the supply chain. The jobholder will be required to represent the department on cross-functional project teams, ensuring relevant details are addressed and resolved and be directly responsible for improvement initiatives.
Change and New Product Management
Work on the change management process to reflect any SKU changes at a component or kit level. Ensure that the Purchasing Functions follows the purchasing systems that are in place to bring new products into the company.
Ad Hoc aspects to the role
To undertake special projects as requested by the department head.
Personal Characteristics
Strong analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail
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:
2/3 yrs previous administrative experience
An Interest in Supply Chain/Purchasing
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and SAP an advantage
Experience in preparing reports, metrics etc.
JOB FAMILY: Supply Chain
DIVISION: ARDx Abbott Rapid Diagnostics
LOCATION: Philippines
Taguig City : Bonifacio One Technology Tower
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT: Standard
TRAVEL: Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable
Abbott

Taguig City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time