At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Global Program Manager,Procurement Digit
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In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive innovation and lead the project executions within the procurement function in ABB. Each day, you will ensure that all related activities are executed in accordance with procedures, regulations, standards, specifications and targets. You will also showcase your informal leadership skills by leading the project team members (internal & external) to achieve project requirements, deliver agreed deliverables, and meet the committed project result.
You will be hosted in Electrification Business Area (BA) and in the P2P & Digitalization organization. This role is contributing to building best in class procurement systems globally across all BA/ Divisions in ABB. Main stakeholders are our business stakeholders and end user of the existing as well as new systems.
The work model for the role is: Hybrid. This is a global role with preference of candidate from Vasteras, Sweden, Heidelberg, Germany, Cracow, Poland, Zurich, Switzerland, Bergamo, Italy & Helsinki, Finland
You will be mainly accountable for:
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Driving innovation mindset within the team and organization. With an external mindset look for and evaluate new system opportunities, applications & functionalities.
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Leading the project execution/ implementation, establishing the project team, and overseeing planning, monitoring and control activities for internal and external resources to accomplish all project goals.
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Monitoring and controlling project progress, efficient resource utilization, and project financials. Report progress, status and issues.
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Closely collaborate with external service providers, implementation partners and support teams to ensure system is running according to expectation.
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Driving the formal acceptance of the project and acknowledgment by the business/ end users, all in accordance with the agreed scope & timeline.
Qualifications for the role
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Minimum a Bachelor in any relevant field - Engineering, IT/IS, Finance, Economics or Supply/- Value Chain.
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General project management experience.
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Specific supply chain management or/and sourcing experience, especially from industry.
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IS implementation experience, preferably with SAP Ariba solutions or other similar tool/- system.
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Self-motivated and driven informal leader with ability to get the best out of a diverse team with and without formal line management.
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Extremely strong communication and presentation skills.
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Fluent in English, written and spoken. Additional languages are preferred.
This opportunity is open to candidates in multiple countries, with the final work location determined based on the selected candidate. As compensation may vary by location, we are committed to being transparent throughout the hiring process and will share details of the salary range, variable compensation and benefits package with candidates who progress to the first interview stage for a location in the European Union, covered by the EU Pay Transparency Directive.
The final offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
