TPM Contract Manufacturing Manager

4 weeks ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Abbott Laboratories Full time

A fantastic opportunity is now available for a TPM Contract Manufacturing Manager to support the Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain division. This role, based in Auckland, reports to the Area Director (TPM Operations & R&D) situated in Ireland.

As the main link between Abbott and the Third-Party Manufacturer (TPM), you will focus on managing the strategic relationship with the TPM and addressing daily challenges. Your goal is to drive continuous improvement and find more efficient ways to do business, ensuring the TPM meets its volume commitments punctually and completely.


Responsibilities:

  • Play a crucial role in managing and cultivating a strategic relationship between the TPM and Abbott Nutrition
  • Negotiate and uphold contracts
  • Resolve all business and supply chain issues, including materials management with TPM
  • Establish systems and capabilities for reliable and cost-effective supply of goods from TPM
  • Track key performance metrics and devise strategies for enhancement
  • Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations with the TPM
  • Oversee all New Product Introduction activities at the TPM, which involves supporting R&D trials, First Lot to Stock production, and supply chain operations for new product commercialization
  • Lead continuous improvement and cost optimization projects
  • Collaborate with purchasing departments to comprehend ingredient and commodity pricing structures
  • Manage TPM P&L, including standard setting, cost modifications, and purchase price variance

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or similar field
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in nutritional powder manufacturing and packing, along with additional exposure to supply chain, materials management, operational excellence, financial analysis, lean manufacturing, or quality
  • Demonstrated track record of success in a comparable role
  • Familiarity with multiple functional areas and knowledge of different operational disciplines are vital
  • Strong sense of urgency, decisive decision-making, adaptability, and accountability for the entire supply chain
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities

Candidates for this role must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to employment and retain vaccinated status throughout their tenure.

Perks:

  • Discounted Shares program
  • Wellness Programs
  • Professional and Personal development opportunities
  • Opportunity to join an organization known as a World's Top Employer, celebrated for its workplace culture that promotes healthy living, diversity, and equal opportunities

About Abbott:

Abbott is a prominent healthcare leader dedicated to enhancing people's lives across all life stages. With a portfolio encompassing diagnostic tools, medical devices, nutritionals, and generic medicines, our 113,000 employees serve individuals in over 160 nations.

Abbott values diversity in its workforce spanning across gender, age, culture, disability, and lifestyle.

To work with Abbott in Australia or New Zealand, candidates must possess valid working rights without constraints.

We urge recruiters to honor our internal recruitment process and PSA panel and abstain from reaching out or recommending candidates for this role. Abbott assumes no responsibility for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.



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