Director, Commodities, Global Economics and Business Insights at Abbott

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 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION:Director Commodities Global Economics and Business InsightsAbbott 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 nutrition and branded generic pharmaceuticals. Our 109000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.What You Will DoYou will be an integral member of Abbotts global Corporate Economics team supporting a variety of Abbott divisions and functions while assisting on economic messaging for Executive leadership. We are looking for an experienced and creative thinker who can apply economic and financial principles that link the external environment with internal performance while maintaining and creating tools that support business needs. A successful candidate will have experience using applied economics in a corporate setting.The Director will be responsible for a variety of projects that support company planning industry analysis economic forecasting pricing and risk management while operating within the framework of established policies procedures and guidelines. Specific tasks may include:Providing timely analysis of underlying commodity industry and supply chain trends and creating output for management and other internal partiesMaintaining the global commodity outlook and key supply chain insights for business leadersResearching current commodity supply chain and policy events that impact Abbotts businessTracking and reporting leading indicators for the executive team and business divisionsPerforming statistical and econometric analysis including macroeconomic and price forecastingContributing to strategic reports through qualitative research and quantitative analysisWhat You Will BringA successful candidate possesses a degree in Economics and can demonstrate an understanding of both economic theory and application. Prior work experience that combines qualitative and quantitative analysis is strongly preferred. Candidates need to be eligible to work in the U.S. without Abbott sponsorship.In addition a successful candidate should possess the following skills and characteristicsProven experience analyzing the global economy and commodity markets a strong interest in healthcare and supply chains is preferredExperience working with economic and financial market data from multiple sources and a willingness to perform the underlying analysis needed to generate higher level insights and conclusionsStrong written and presentation skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate economic themes effectively and concisely to a business audienceThe ability to critically review and analyze external information and summarize key messages into clear and concise viewpointsExperience with data analytics strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPointExperience supporting procurement supply chain and/or manufacturing operationsA self-starter with curiosity and the desire to develop their skill setAn ability to work in a team environment sharing tasks and responsibilitiesAn ability to work with and influence people in varying positions and functionsWhat We Offer At Abbott you can have a good job that grows into a great career. We offer:Training and career development with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistanceFinancial security through competitive compensation incentives and retirement plansHealth care and well-being programs including medical dental vision wellness and occupational health programsPaid time off401(k) retirement savings with a generous company matchThe stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communitiesLearn 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 X (Twitter) at @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $147300.00 $294700.00In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY:General / Shared Services DIVISION:FIN Corporate Finance LOCATION:United States > Abbott Park : AP06D ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT:Standard TRAVEL:Yes 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: Experience:Director Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Account Management,Environmental Science,Channel Sales,Budgeting,Db2 Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 147300 - 294700