Global Supply Chain Optimization Specialist

hace 2 días


Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica Abbott A tiempo completo

About Us
Abbott is a leading healthcare company that advances medical innovation worldwide.

The Opportunity
This role is based in Alajuela, Costa Rica, within our Electrophysiology business unit. Our team works on developing breakthrough technologies for the treatment of heart disease, enabling people to restore their health and lead fulfilling lives.

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Global Supply Chain Optimization Specialist to support engineering-related activities across purchased components, new product development, logistics, and planning improvements processes.

Your Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address engineering challenges related to component changes, discontinuations, and new tooling.
• Participate in statistical analysis, process flow, and layout improvements, as well as supply chain projects.
• Assist in capital equipment justification, product transfers, and new product introductions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for purchased components, working closely with manufacturing engineers to assess and address issues.
• Lead supply chain-related projects, develop supplier capabilities, and select suitable component-supplier partnerships.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Materials, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in similar roles, including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Process Development Engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SAP software.
• Ability to travel up to 10% and intermediate English language skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience creating justifications for capital equipment and supplier relations, especially in the medical device industry.
• Knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO guidelines and willingness to travel.

Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year



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