THREE PARTY MANUFACTURE (TPM) SPECIALIST LATAM

THREE PARTY MANUFACTURE (TPM) SPECIALIST LATAM

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 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 scientists.  

The Opportunity
This position may be located in Colombia, Peru, Mexico, or Chile, in the Established Pharmaceuticals division. We are committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medications to more people in the world’s fastest‑growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high‑quality, differentiated branded generic medicines spans multiple therapeutic areas, including gastroenterology, women’s health, cardiometabolics, pain management / central nervous system, and respiratory care.

What You’ll Do 

• Primary Abbott THREE PARTY MANUFACTURE (TPM) representative in the relationship and negotiation with Regional TPMs where Manufacturing Supply Agreements (MSAs) are required and support LATAM sites with local TPMs. Strategically manage TPM relationships in EPD's overall Manufacturing Strategy.

• Ensure TPM Governance model is established per TPM to enforce clear roles and responsibilities, metrics set to manage performance and to ensure an effective supply chain. Follow a formalized on-boarding process to transition TPMs into Network following Licensing & Acquisition deals or MSAs to ensure TPMs are properly managed.

• Financial management to fully understand the cost basis of products at TPMs. Incorporate financial management tools such as "should cost modelling" and "clean-sheet analysis" to effectively manage/negotiate product costs.

• Accountable to establish and maintain effective cross-functional communication and working relationships between Abbott’s Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, Mfg. Science & Technology (MS&T), Business Development, Legal, R&D, NPI and Regulatory with the TPM's equivalent functions to ensure proper adherence to agreed MSA requirements.

• Support direct manager in the creation of TPM strategy for EPD Operations. Provide input regarding optimal sourcing of products under their management.

• Partner with One Abbott Procurement (OAP) to anticipate and leverage trends & best practices within contract manufacturing to assure supply performance and optimal cost profile.

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Healthcare Industry inclusive of experience within an operational, procurement or quality function.

• Contract Management and financial analysis ( Recomendable )

• Lead cross-functional program teams

• Good verbal, written communication skills. Ability to interface with and influence multiple areas, external and internal to Abbott is essential.

• Knowledge of regulatory, compliance and market access requirements linked to product sourcing in support of building sourcing strategies

• Goal oriented, able to work within a team environments and cultural diversity.

• Highly develop solving problem ability

• Proactive internal and external stakeholder communication, coordination and collaboration

• Global/Regional vision of the interactions in a demanding environment

• Strong project management skills.

• Robust people skills that include developing strong relationships and solving problems. 

• Strong use of spreadsheet / PPT  programs.

• Excellent interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills Some knowledge of markets by regions

• Some experience with Supplier management

• Knowledge of category technologies and products.

• Negotiating skills

Apply now 

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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