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Abbott is a highly respected leader in workforce staffing and project management, with over 50 years of experience serving public and private clients. With proven expertise and a broad talent network, Abbott is equipped to support even the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects worldwide.

WHY JOIN US

It’s an exciting time to be at Abbott! We’re experiencing rapid growth across the U.S. and are focused on ensuring our clients and employees feel connected to our purpose every day. At the heart of our mission is collaboration, driven by the integration of people, processes, and data. As a global firm with team members around the world, we foster meaningful partnerships that create lasting value. We’re looking for energetic, passionate, and driven professionals to join us. There’s never been a better time to be part of Abbott!

Purpose of the Job:

The role of the Procurement Project Manager serves as the central owner of all purchasing activities across active projects, ensuring materials and components are strategically sourced, accurately ordered and delivered on time to support project schedules and client commitments. Acting as the primary procurement point of contact this role partners closely with Project Managers, Operations and vendors to align purchasing decisions with project timelines, budgets and technical requirements. Through disciplined use of ERP and MRP systems, proactive communication ad cost-focused buying strategies, the Procurement Manager keeps projects moving forward efficiently while protecting margins and minimizing risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Own and manage all procurement activities across assigned projects, serving as the single point of accountability for purchasing, ordering and supplier coordination. Act as the primary gatekeeper for all procurement, ensuring purchasing decisions to align with project scope, timelines, budgets, and operational priorities.

• Utilize ERP and MRP systems to accurately plan, release and track purchase orders in alignment with project schedules and required ship dates.

• Execute strategic buying decisions by analyzing demand, lead times and pricing to reduce cost, improve margins, and mitigate supply chain risk.

• Ensure all materials are ordered on time and in full to support project milestones, production schedules and client delivery commitments.

• Maintain weekly, structured communication with vendors to confirm order status, resolve constraints, manage lead times and proactively address potential delays.

• Maintain accurate procurement documentation, order tracking and reporting within the ERP system to support visibility, forecasting and decision making.

Key Skills and Capabilities Required:

•  Outstanding organizational skills Detail-oriented and customer service-driven. Build strong vendor relationships, exceptional service, and a ‘can-do’ attitude.

• Able to communicate well and professionally with the internal team.

• Basic understanding of detailed product drawings, design intent, furniture assembly, manufacturing processes, and associated fittings.

Other details:

• You will report to the VP of Operations You will be based at our West Coast office in Los Angeles. Hours are 42.5 hours per week, 07:30am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday.  

• Employment for this role is at-will and the role is exempt. Maintain accurate and detailed timecards, including hours worked and specific project information, to ensure proper time tracking for accounting purposes.

• A full, clean driving license is required Own vehicle required, in good condition, for travelling to sites if required. Fuel/train costs can be claimed back on expenses.