Procurement Analyst
Do you really want to make a difference with what you do? This position is the perfect entry-level role to build a career in procurement with an international organization and top employer in the world. As a Procurement Analyst at Abbott, you'll ensure that the procurement process runs smoothly, helping millions of people around the world get the right ingredients.
Procurement Analyst at Abbott
This role will introduce you to all parts of the procurement process. You will ensure that raw materials arrive on time and efficiently at six production sites around the world. In the beginning, the emphasis is on administrative tasks, so that you get to know the process well. At the same time, you will maintain contacts with suppliers, help the purchasing process run smoothly and support with invoicing. The idea is that you organize these activities more and more cleverly, so that you get more and more time for projects and process improvements. This is how you build your career within procurement step by step.
What will you do?
- Prepare annual general purchase orders and manage the entire procurement process.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and delivery times.
- Process purchasing transactions and administration in SAP.
- Review and approve invoices according to internal guidelines.
- Coordinate logistical actions to ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborate on process improvements and efficiencies.
- Be the point of contact for questions regarding procurement, contracts and orders.
Working through NextGen
If you work through NextGen, we invest in you. With our Next Level program you will develop both personally and substantively. You will learn where your strengths lie and how best to use them in your work. You will also be trained to become an ASQ-certified LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt. You will be intensively coached by our Talent Coaches and work together with other starters in supply chain and operations. You will learn from each other, build a network and have a great time.
What do you own?
- A completed college education, preferably commercial economics, technical business administration or logistics management;
- Affinity with supply chain or procurement is a plus;
- You work accurately, are analytically strong and quickly find your way around systems;
- You interact easily with colleagues at different levels;
- You speak and write English fluently (must), Dutch is a plus;
- You are curious, sociable and proactive.
What do we offer you?
- An excellent gross monthly salary ranging up to €3,700 (based on 40 hours);
- A full-time position as a procurement analyst;
- Immediate permanent contract;
- 30 vacation days (20 standard + the value of 10 additional days);
- Personal and professional development through Next Level program;
- Coaching and guidance from one of our Talent Coaches;
- Training to become an ASQ-certified LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt;
- A valuable network within Supply Chain & Operations;
- A challenging job at a leading international company.
Abbott
Abbott is known as a global pioneer in healthcare. With a rich history of innovation, Abbott strives to not only help people live healthier lives, but also to empower them to reach their full potential. Its location in Zwolle is a crucial part of its global network, which specialises in the development and production of advanced medical nutrition. These products are essential to the well-being of patients around the world, ranging from young to old, providing support for recovery, growth, and healthy living. At Abbott in Zwolle, they are not only working on the future of healthcare; she creates them.

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