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Buyer

Buyer, Abbott Nutrition, Cootehill, Co Cavan

The position is the primary purchasing support contact for non-inventory purchasing areas at Abbott Ireland, Cootehill Plant.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

o Assuring maximum value at minimum cost for goods and services purchased.
o Identification and evaluation of potential service providers through a rigorous qualification process.
o Preparation of bid packages, requests for information and quotation/approval.
o Completion of Vendor selection, review of bids, negotiation of terms and conditions and costs most favourable to Abbott.
o Obtaining appropriate documentation, including Insurance Certification and award of Contracts.
o Participation in cross-functional and cross-site purchasing teams with strong communication responsibilities within all levels of the organization.
o Ensuring knowledge and compliance with Abbott Corporate and Finance Policies and Procedures.
o Achieving purchasing targets and meeting set budgets.
o The role will include vendor management duties with specific focus on commercial contracts set up and management.

CLOSING DATE - FRIDAY 17th APRIL 2009

QUALIFICATIONS:

o Ideally the candidate will have 3-5 years purchasing experience, in a quality system environment.
o Candidates should have experience in cost reduction activities, be self-driven with strong customer focus and possess strong interpersonal skills to work on own initiative within a team environment.
o The individual will possess excellent PC skills and organizational skills.
o Demonstrate flexible and innovative approach to work.