ABB Ltd

Procurement Specialist

ABB Ltd$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Business Administration in Supply Chain Management, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry (Master's preferred with 3 years of related experience).
  • Experience in sourcing and developing supply bases, creating category strategies, and managing procurement.
  • Strong SAP experience; background in electrical and automation industries is advantageous.
  • Experience in supplier relations and thorough knowledge of procurement tools and processes.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • ISM/CPSM certification desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Execute purchasing and logistics strategies optimizing costs, quality, and reliability.
  • Design and implement local sourcing plans to meet business targets.
  • Support the effective local sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Implement procurement standards and tools to ensure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
  • Participate in and deliver training programs on purchasing and logistics compliance.

Benefits

  • Choice between two medical plan options, including a Health Savings Account.
  • Two dental plan options available.
  • Vision coverage included.
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
  • Short and long-term disability benefits paid by the company.
  • Paid parental leave and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • 401k plan with company contributions.
Full Job Description
This position reports to:
Procurement & Logistics Manager

The work model for the role is: Onsite, Richmond, VA

Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function to support the businesses. Each day, you will execute assigned activities as per ABB standard procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by delivering and participating in training programs as required to ensure compliance and to foster professional development. This position will have a specific focus of Strategic Sourcing regarding supplier development.

You will be mainly accountable for:
  • Executing purchasing and logistics strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products.
  • Designing and implementing plans and effective strategies for local sourcing of products/materials to reach business targets.
  • Supporting in implementing effective local sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements.
  • Applying and implementing procurement standards, tools, and processes in your area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.


Qualifications for the role
  • Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Business Administration in Supply Chain Management or related field PLUS minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing industry (Masters degree preferredPLUS minimum 3 years related manufacturing or supply chain experience)
  • Experience in a Procurement or Manufacturing environment performing sourcing activities and/or new product supply base development creating category strategies ensuring quality, service and cost competitive supply base; performing procurement and materials management including identifying cost drivers, world demand and supply for commodities like: steel, copper, aluminum, and zinc; negotiating procurement contracts; and commuting across teams and presenting to stakeholders
  • Experience in Cost Engineering, Sourcing, Quality and Proposals, knowledge of procurement tools, quality processes and understanding of commercial and legal terms and standard procurement procedures, a plus.
  • Strong SAP experience preferred. Electrical and automation industry background considered a plus
  • Experience in supplier relations, Supplier Management, thorough knowledge of procurement tools, quality processes and understanding of commercial terms and standard procurement procedures, a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills, Self-motivated and strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • ISM/CPSM certificate desirable (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
  • Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.


ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

Health, Life & Disability
  • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
  • Vision benefit
  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
  • Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
  • Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
  • Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
  • Employee discount program


Retirement
  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)


Time off

Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy. #LI-Onsite

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About ABB Ltd

ABB Ltd is a Swiss multinational corporation that specializes in electrical equipment. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. ABB operates in a variety of industries, including power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as automation and robotics. The company's products and services are used in a range of applications, from electric vehicles to renewable energy systems. ABB has a global presence, with operations in more than 100 countries. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact.
Learn more about ABB Ltd
Size
104,400 employees
Market Cap
$59.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.1 billion
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$26.1 billion
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