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.

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

This position works out of our Altavista, VA location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Altavista, Va., is one of Abbott’s largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like you’re part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.

The Opportunity

What You’ll Work On

• Lead the start-up of a new distribution center, including staffing, infrastructure, qualifications, and EHS&S compliance.
• Build and develop a leadership team to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Manage all day-to-day logistics and distribution operations, including receiving, shipping, imports/exports, Customs, FTZ, and inventory management for global customers and affiliates.
• Ensure order fulfillment excellence, including order placement, shipping coordination, product allocation, prioritization, account management, and resolution of customer inquiries.
• Guarantee compliance with DOT, IATA, GMP, ISO, FDA regulations, and ensure all employees are properly trained.
• Oversee Customs and FTZ compliance, ensuring all documentation and regulatory requirements are met.
• Drive employee development, including coaching, training, performance reviews, and hiring of exempt and non-exempt staff.
• Implement new procedures, safety programs, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Manage the site P&L and ensure financial accountability.
• Collaborate with Quality, EHS&S, IT, Transportation, CSO, and Deployment teams to ensure a seamless start-up with no network disruption.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum 7 years experience in Warehouse Operations, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management
• Familiarity with all Logistics and Distribution requirements, terms, Customs Rules/Regulations, FTZ Rules/Regulation.

Preferred Qualifications

• People leadership experience with demonstrated ability to build, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience in start-up environments or launching new facilities/distribution centers.
• Background in business analysis and customer engagement, including handling escalations and driving service excellence.
• Expertise in warehouse management systems (WMS) and familiarity with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP).
• Knowledge of quality systems and cGMP requirements, with experience managing operations under FDA and third-party audits.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, with ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Financial acumen, including experience managing budgets and P&L responsibility.

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity and a Military/Veteran Friendly employer.

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The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.