JOB DESCRIPTION:About AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people\xe2\x80\x99s health. We\xe2\x80\x99re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.We\xe2\x80\x99re empowering smarter medical and economic decision making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott\xe2\x80\x99s diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people.Our rapid diagnostics solutions are helping address some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s greatest healthcare challenges.Working at AbbottAt 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 will have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .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 scientistsAbbott Rapid Diagnostics is hiring a Supply Chain Director t based in Dubai.MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLEPlan, direct, and monitor all supply and logistics activities to ensure a cost-effective flow of merchandise from suppliers to customers.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIESManage day-to-day supply and logistics activities to maximize the efficiency, reliability, timeliness, and cost effectiveness of the organization\'s supply chain.Activities may include: materials planning and control, procurement, inventory management, storage, warehousing, logistics, transport and distribution.Develop and implement schedules and procedures.Allocate resources to meet targets in areas such as transit and delivery times; inventory levels; purchasing, warehousing, and storage costs; and service standards.Liaise with functional and operational area managers (e.g., in customer service, sales and production planning) to ensure supply activities are integrated with other parts of the business.Select and manage ongoing relationships with major suppliers, vendors, or sub-contractors to minimize costs and ensure satisfactory standards of service.Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop staff to ensure resources are used effectively and work schedules and targets are met.QUALIFICATIONSEducationAssociate Degree (\xc2\xb1 13 years)Experience/BackgroundExperience DetailsMinimum 7+ years in a similar roleFollow 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.Connect with us at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY: Supply ChainDIVISION: ID Infectious DiseaseLOCATION: United Arab Emirates
Dubai : Ubora Tower2ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT: StandardTRAVEL: Not specifiedMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable

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