Project Coordinator Columbus Distribution Center - Nutrition - Columbus OH

Job description

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 103,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Project Coordinator

Our location in Columbus OH, currently has an opportunity for a Project Coordinator.

Support and assist the execution of warehousing operations that meet and/or exceed customer expectations and Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain goals and objectives. This position is responsible for identifying, proposing, planning and implementing projects at the Columbus Distribution Center (CDC). The scope includes distribution activity for Freight to Customer (FTC), Internal Deployment (ITD), Inbound Finished Goods (IBFG) and Third-Party Manufacturing (TPM), and International (INTL) shipments. The department’s objective is to ship exact quantities of products in the correct configuration to customers all over the world so that these goods arrive undamaged and on time. Supporting activities include operating the WMS, EMS, TMS, and analyzing performance data to drive business improvements and implement projects within the DC. Having strong organization, communication, and analytical skills are necessary.

WHAT YOU’LL DO  

• Responsible for identifying, proposing, planning and implementing continuous improvement projects and initiatives at the CDC while maintaining the cost profile. Support Warehouse Operations Team with projects that meet division goals, customer service expectations, and cost requirements. Must interact effectively with Columbus Plant Operations, Third-Party Providers, Quality Assurance, Customer Service Operations, Carrier Operations, and Division Logistics teams. Serve as CDC Trainer Conduct business with the highest standards of ethical behavior and in compliance with company rules and procedures.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Support the Logistics Site Manager with project work to improve operations. Create new training content and deliver site specific training content to employees. Implementing my ideas that could be done without professional contractors Take part in steering committee meetings. Enterprise Excellence representative for CDC Champion Root Cause Analysis efforts at the CDC. Coordinate and guide site tours Serve as a key partner and contact supporting the Columbus Plant manufacturing lines. Warehouse Mgt. System (WMS), Equipment Mgt. System (EMS), and Transportation Mgt. System (TMS) user. Some weekend and night coverage including issue resolution is required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRING  

Required  

• Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred  

• 3-4 years of Logistics experience
• Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems
• Power BI and Microsoft Office skills (Access, Excel, Word, Power Point, Visio) are required.
• Excel skill level required – Pivot tables, vlookups, and if/then statements
• Able to manage and organize large data files
• Forklift operator experience
• Travel as required, approximately 10%.
• Shift - Day Shift (7:00am – 3:30pm)

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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