IT Sr. Technical Specialist, Logistics and Warehousing

Company: Abbott Laboratories
Location: Burlington
Posted on: July 30, 2022

Job Description:

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 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.About AbbottAbbott 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 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Our location in Waukegan, IL. currently has an opportunity for a IT Sr. Technical Specialist, Logistics and Warehousing. -This position will provide in-depth technical expertise and direction in the development and support of client area application systems/programming requirements and processes, and drive technical direction for roadmap projects including software standardization to replace legacy customized applicationsPosition will work directly with Business, IT Senior management and Integration Partners to deliver the optimal strategic solution.WHAT YOU'LL DOFor the assigned function of Logistics and Warehouse functionality:

• Work with Business and integration partner as technical lead during discovery and execution phase of the project.
• Drive best practice adoption and processe optimization while evaluating user requirements.
• Evaluate industry standard warehouse management systems.
• Conduct investigation and collaborate with other technical subject matter experts to provide technical advice on adoption or integration of new technologies and corresponding business impact.
• Maintain compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRINGRequired
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business administration or another relevant discipline
  • 8+ years of IT and Logistics and Warehouse system(s) experience in large global companies
  • Advanced knowledge and previous hands-on experience with leading Warehouse system(s) (SAP-EWM, Manhattan etc.), with demonstrated implementation experience in the Logistics and -Warehouse functions. - This would include complex warehouse management design, integration with SAP-ERP and other logistics system integration. -
  • Experience and knowledge in integration of Warehouse Management System with SAP systems, including internally developed and off-the-shelf software.
  • Strong experience in facilitating resolution of cross-team integrated topics
  • Recommend operational improvements or devise new approaches to technical or process issues to meet business objectives.
  • Expertise in project delivery methods, tools, and templates.
  • Lead in the development of standards and procedures and publish/communicate findings via IOI's, presentations, white papers, etc. -Preferred
    • Knowledge of SAP and/or non-SAP leading warehouse system(s).
    • S/4 HANA implementation.WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
      • Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
      • Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
      • Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
      • Paid time off
      • 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
      • The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities -Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: - Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

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