**About 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. **Abbott in Ireland** Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo. **Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny** Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems. **This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:** We are seeking a Procurement Specialist – Capital Equipment to lead the sourcing and purchasing of capital equipment for our manufacturing operations, with a particular focus on injection molding tooling and metal stamping. This role is critical to ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of high-value assets that support production efficiency and innovation. **Responsibilities:** + Lead the end-to-end procurement process for capital equipment, including supplier identification, tendering, negotiation, and contracting. + Drive cost optimization strategies while maintaining quality and compliance standards. + Manage relationships with selected suppliers, acting as the primary interface between them and internal functions. + Oversee supplier pricing and cost structures to optimize capital budgets. + Develop and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers and user departments to enhance the supply chain and reduce lead times and inventory liabilities. + Identify potential risks to supply continuity early and provide effective solutions to mitigate them. + Collaborate effectively as a team member, especially in Abbott GPS initiatives. + Ensure compliance with ADC quality systems, good manufacturing practices, corporate regulations, and EHS standards. + Maintain accurate training records to comply with ETMS/ISO training requirements. + Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and training requirements. **Education and Experience:** + NFQ Level 8 qualification in Business, Supply Chain, or related Engineering/Science discipline. + Minimum of 4 years’ experience in procurement, with a strong focus on capital equipment within a manufacturing environment. + Proven experience in injection molding tooling and/or metal stamping equipment procurement. + Strong understanding of equipment build processes and capital project management. + Ability to work under pressure and meet tight timelines while being flexible to adapt to changing priorities. + Knowledge of GMP regulations and standards. + Proficient in MS Office and capable of analyzing complex issues effectively. + Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of accuracy. **What we Offer:** Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as + Family health insurance, + Excellent pension scheme + Life assurance + Career Development + Fantastic new facility + Growing business plus access to many more benefits. Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Abbott/) , Instagram , X (https://x.com/AbbottNews) and YouTube . Abbott is an equal opportunities employer. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com