**Assistant Manager External Services, ADD, EMEA** **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. **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters and help people to live a healthier and full life, grow your career, and learn, be your true self. You will have access to: + Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of + An attractive benefits package (e.g.attractive Abbott Pension Plan, a company bike, employee stock purchase program) + 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. + A challenging position in a fast-growing crisis independent industry + To become part of a dynamic, highly educated, highly skilled, and motivated team + Flat hierarchies, open appreciative mentality, and efficient, constructive lines of communication + Multi-national environment, where we foster the development of our talents within the enterprise ​ **The Opportunity** Abbott Core Lab Diagnostics, Abbott GmbH is looking for an Assistant Manager External Services, (m/f/d) EMEA. You’ll manage the Assets and Spare parts Inventory for Affiliate country in EMEA, as well as coordinate with third party service providers, manage the demand & supply of instruments /spare parts needed for Refurbishment/Repair. **What You’ll Do** + Interface between 3rd Party and ABBOTT + Contract and pricing negotiations with 3rd Party service + Collaborate with Commercial and Planning teams to gather inputs and insights for demand forecasting for Instruments Refresh/Refurb. + Provide input for production and procurement plans to 3rd Party Service provider based on commercial demand forecasts. + Receive and review Purchase orders for accuracy, completeness, and feasibility. + Coordinate with 3rd Party Production, Inventory, and Logistics teams to ensure timely order fulfilment. + Monitor backorder order status and resolve any issues or discrepancies that may arise. + Communicate order updates, delays, or changes to Business and internal stakeholders. + Collaborate with the Global Logistics team to optimize transportation and delivery processes. + Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability at Affiliates while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory. + Analyse demand patterns and collaborate with the Global Planning team to determine Inventory replenishment requirements. + Coordinate with Warehouse personnel to ensure accurate inventory counts and timely replenishment. + Drive new Contract signoffs and renewals with 3rd party service provider. + Track Vendor payments and escalate in case of issues. + Work cross-functionally with other teams to streamline processes and resolve any bottlenecks. + Coordination of product and material flow between ABBOTT, ABBOTT affiliates and service providers + Assurance of ABBOTT quality requirements and delivery performance of suppliers **What will be YOUR Impact** + Support Gross margin improvements projects for Core Lab Diagnostics EMEA + Inventory optimization for Affiliate warehouse in EMEA + Coordination of Instrument and Spare part reconditioning, communication with product specialist and assurance of ABBOTT quality requirements and delivery performance of suppliers. **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in engineering or supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. + 3 years experience in process optimization + 5 years experience in reconditioning of diagnostic instruments + 3 years supervising experience + Excellent knowledge in Power BI and VBA software + SQL Database knowledge + Proven experience in Demand Planning, Order Management, or Supply Chain Operations + Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English + Negotiation skills + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration. 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. We ask for your understanding that we only consider online applications via our online application portal. Applications by email or post cannot be processed. Original documents will not be returned.    Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/ , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com