Job Description

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands u2013 including Similacu00AE, PediaSureu00AE, Pedialyteu00AE, Ensureu00AE, and Glucernau00AE u2013 to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your True self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Free medical coverage for employees. via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, thestudent debt program andeducation benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The opportunity
This position works out of ourMumbai, Indialocation in theNutrition Division.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

Assure access to high quality ingredients through efficient and effective ingredient qualification project management with regional and global crossu2011functional project team members, with a primary focus on Indiau2011based initiatives.
Responsible for managing Indiau2011based, regional, and selected global ingredient qualification projects from beginning to end, with accountability for project execution, timeline management, and coordination with internal crossu2011functional partners and external suppliers.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and direct the activities associated with local India, regional, and selected global ingredient qualification projects, ensuring timely completion of tasks to meet business objectives and crossu2011functional project timelines.
Serve as the primary project management point of contact for Indiau2011based stakeholders, while collaborating effectively with regional and global project teams to ensure alignment with Abbott's ingredient qualification governance.
Identify critical project issues and risks and communicate them in a timely manner to leadership and other project leads, as appropriate.
Interface with external suppliers, including local, regional, and global suppliers, to collect pertinent quality, regulatory, and compliance information required for ingredient qualification.
Utilize established IT systems and tools to execute qualification projects, support project tracking, and contribute to metrics and reporting in alignment with global standards.
Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work activities to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet established schedules.
Exercise authority and judgment within defined limits to determine appropriate actions and escalate issues as needed.
Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including Indiau2011based teams, regional stakeholders, global partners, and external suppliers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU'LL BRING:

Required

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Relevant Project Management Experience
Proficient in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
5+ years of related work experience managing regional and/or global projects, preferably in regulated, manufacturing, or supply chain environments

Preferred:

Master's Degree
Understanding of quality and compliance culture
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence crossu2011functional teams across regions and time zones
Strong organizational, planning, and execution skills
Experience with tools such as Devex, Planview, and Microsoft Office applications

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:u202F

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

Apply Now

. Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal

Senior Specialist Project Manager