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Site Logistics Manager

Abbott

Waukegan, ILOnsitePosted 5 days ago$99,300.00 - $198,700.00
Full TimeSenior LevelOperations & Supply ChainMedical Device
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Summary

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the GES Global Engineering Services division. This is an onsite position. The Site Logistics Manager oversees warehouse operations, inventory management, material distribution, site logistics, alarm monitoring operations, maintenance service coordination, and mover/rigger support services across Abbott Park. Responsible for the receipt, storage, movement, inventory control, and distribution of materials, equipment, Maintenance, Operations and Repair (MOR) inventory, and operational supplies supporting manufacturing, engineering, facilities, and business operations throughout Abbott Park. Leads warehouse optimization initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, stock availability, material flow, service levels, space utilization, and operational efficiency. Oversees alarm monitoring and work order management processes supporting manufacturing and facility operations and directs mover and rigger activities supporting office relocations, equipment moves, capital projects, and special events while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Job description

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the GES Global Engineering Services division. This is an onsite position. The Site Logistics Manager oversees warehouse operations, inventory management, material distribution, site logistics, alarm monitoring operations, maintenance service coordination, and mover/rigger support services across Abbott Park. Responsible for the receipt, storage, movement, inventory control, and distribution of materials, equipment, Maintenance, Operations and Repair (MOR) inventory, and operational supplies supporting manufacturing, engineering, facilities, and business operations throughout Abbott Park. Leads warehouse optimization initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, stock availability, material flow, service levels, space utilization, and operational efficiency. Oversees alarm monitoring and work order management processes supporting manufacturing and facility operations and directs mover and rigger activities supporting office relocations, equipment moves, capital projects, and special events while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Work On

  • Manages flow of inventory within warehouse operations to support efficiencies, quality system compliance, inventory accuracy, and timely customer receipt and delivery of materials, equipment, and operational supplies throughout Abbott Park.
  • Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, shipping, inventory control, material handling, staging, distribution, and asset accountability.
  • Maintains accountability for MOR inventory management including stock availability, replenishment strategies, inventory optimization, inventory accuracy, cycle count compliance, and obsolescence reduction.
  • Develops and implements inventory management strategies that balance service levels, operational requirements, inventory investment, and customer satisfaction.
  • Leads warehouse optimization initiatives including space utilization improvements, storage capacity management, warehouse layout redesign, process standardization, and material flow enhancements.
  • Ensures timely delivery and distribution of inventory, spare parts, materials, supplies, and equipment across Abbott Park.
  • Directly oversees Alarm Monitoring and Work Order Clerk operations responsible for monitoring manufacturing, utility, facility, environmental, temperature, pressure, and equipment alarms.
  • Oversees maintenance service request intake, work order processing, dispatch coordination, prioritization, customer communications, and service request tracking.
  • Manages workforce planning including warehouse personnel, inventory personnel, logistics personnel, alarm monitoring staff, work order clerks, movers, riggers, contract resources, and operational scheduling.
  • Provides leadership for mover and rigger teams supporting office relocations, equipment installations, laboratory moves, manufacturing equipment relocations, facility projects, and special event support activities.
  • Achieves financial objectives through budgeting, analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Hires, develops, and retains a diverse and highly qualified staff while maintaining a safe environment.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or equivalent degree preferred
  • 8+ Years of experience in relevant field
  • Experience managing warehouse operations, inventory control, material handling systems, and internal distribution networks.
  • Experience developing and managing MOR inventory programs, inventory optimization initiatives, and warehouse capacity planning.
  • Experience managing service dispatch, maintenance coordination, CMMS processes, work order management, or facilities operations.
  • Experience overseeing alarm monitoring operations, critical utility monitoring, building automation systems, or manufacturing support functions.
  • Experience managing mover and rigger operations, contractor services, equipment relocations, and site logistics projects.
  • Demonstrated success leading Lean, Operational Excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives in warehouse and logistics environments.

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or equivalent degree preferred
  • 8+ Years of experience in relevant field
  • Experience managing warehouse operations, inventory control, material handling systems, and internal distribution networks
  • Experience developing and managing MOR inventory programs, inventory optimization initiatives, and warehouse capacity planning
  • Experience managing service dispatch, maintenance coordination, CMMS processes, work order management, or facilities operations
  • Experience overseeing alarm monitoring operations, critical utility monitoring, building automation systems, or manufacturing support functions
  • Experience managing mover and rigger operations, contractor services, equipment relocations, and site logistics projects
  • Demonstrated success leading Lean, Operational Excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives in warehouse and logistics environments

Benefits

  • Free medical coverage (HIP PPO)
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Freedom 2 Save student debt program
  • FreeU education benefit
  • Career development

Company overview

Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.

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