Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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, 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) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education 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

Provides in-depth technical expertise & direction in the development and support of client area application systems/programming requirements and processes (e.g. new, enhancements or maintenance), in the preparation of application system specifications, and in the development, testing, and implementation of efficient, cost-effective application solutions. Individual contributor with comprehensive knowledge in the specific area.Ability to lead contractual resources and coordinate with external partners and suppliers.Ability to lead Requirements gathering workshops for project scoping and estimate.Ability to execute highly complex or specialized projects Global projects.Adapts precedent and may make significant departures from traditional approaches to develop solutions.

What You’ll Work On

Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.Responsible for technical configuration/code review/solution testing, user training for SAP MFG and QM modulesServe as technical expert or lead projects/programs and technical staff to develop, test and implement SAP solutions improvements or devise new approaches to problems at the division/business unit.Conduct investigation activity/research and give technical advice to the adoption or integration of new technologies and their business impact.Review, validate & enhance design, conduct performance monitoring and capacity planning; install, test and upgrade releases and associated products.Evaluate & recommend new software, utilities, and tools.Set the strategy for implementing new technologies.In specialized systems (i.e. SAP) effectively set options to change the way the program works (configuration responsibilities).Responsible for all project documentation delivery (Change request, testing, system validation)Responsible for leading SAP requirement workshops with the business for MFG/QM areasAccountable for total project scope, budget, completion within budget constraints and schedules completion date.Accountable for successful and timely completion of all tasks/projects under direct and matrix control.Post completion audit of project after implementation to verify expected benefits vs. costs, both development and operating.Project success is critical to the continued business success of the corporation.Responsible for managing external contractors.

Minimum Experience & Education Required:

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Experience:

10 years’ experience in related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.6+ years’ experience in full life cycle of SAP projects.Good understanding of Manufacturing and Quality business processes.Experience with implementing large ERP SAP programs for MFG and QM modules.

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* 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.

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The base pay for this position is $83,000.00 – $166,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.