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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 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

This position is in our Hospital/Government group. The role will be accountable for the following: 1. implementation of strategy, scope, process and programs which drive marketing; 2. providing significant and positive impact to short-term, mid-range and long-term organizational goals; 3. demonstrating continual improvement in commercial processes; 4. creating a work environment that supports cross-functional team effectiveness; 5. management and development of reporting staff; mentor others as appropriate; As a result of the responsibilities of this position there is a high level of risk and visibility inherent with this position. Demonstrates appropriate level of leadership experience to lead and influence both with and without direct authority; exercises independent judgment in developing methods and techniques for problem-solving and / or process improvement; will interact frequently with Division management with executive responsibility, corporate staff and outside agencies and therefore requires high levels of competence, confidence and credibility; strategic and tactical decisions will be made based upon data this individual provides and / or presents in a management or informal setting; consequences of erroneous decisions or recommendations would negatively impact the goals of the organization;.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING 

Required:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred

Typically requires 12 years of progressively responsible experience to develop the competence required to meet the skills and responsibilities of the position

Preferred:

Ability to motivate and lead a diverse staff to drive the execution of critical strategies and programs across a large organization; - understanding of the complexities of the diagnostics market and customer needs; - ability to accurately evaluate and assess complex processes; identify possible solutions and drive to resolution; - ability to negotiate, troubleshoot, assess, remediate; ability to make sound decisions; - ability to lead and influence both with and without direct authority; - background of success in growing markets; - ability to clearly, concisely and accurately convey communications; - ability to form and develop interpersonal, professional relationships; displays socially and professionally appropriate behavior; - ability to work independently and in groups; ability to collaborate across the business, across Abbott businesses and with outside resources; - knowledge of applicable US and non-US Quality System Requirements and other relevent regulations for medical devices; · ability to accurately evaluate and assess complex processes; identify possible solutions and drive to resolution; · ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and outside professionals

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans  
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs 
• Paid time off  
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com  

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. 

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