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Procurement Specialist

ABB Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k), employee discount
United States, Virginia, Richmond
5900 Eastport Blvd (Show on map)
Sep 25, 2025

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Front End Operations and Order Management Leader

Key Responsibilities

  • Designs and implements plans for local sourcing to reach the business targets, and arranging projectprocurement gate meetings as required/ creating and maintaining the project-related to procurement documents.
  • Supports global sourcing initiatives as required. Negotiate agreements with suppliers to optimize inventory, quality, cost, andobtain best terms & conditions for ABB.
  • Manages supply risk by eliminating single sources for new critical components. Maintain knowledge of and conduct work activities in compliance with all safety policies.
  • Creates and updates reports, as required, following the ABB standards.
  • Executes and implements new directions within the area of responsibility.
  • Applies standards on health, safety, environment and business ethics withinoperational work, contract management and negotiations.
  • Delivers and participates in training program s as required for compliance andprofessional development.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Engineering and/orBusiness Administration in Supply Chain Management, or related technical/STEMfield of study.
  • 8+ Years' Experience in a Procurement or Manufacturing Environment performingsourcing activities and/or new product supply base development creatingcommodity strategies ensuring quality, service and cost competitive supply base;performing procurement and materials management including identifying costdrivers, world demand and supply for commodities like: steel, copper, aluminum,and zinc; negotiating procurement contracts; and commuting across teams andpresenting to stakeholders.
  • Experience in Cost Engineering, Sourcing, Quality and Proposals, knowledge ofprocurement tools, quality processes and understanding of commercial and legalterms and standard procurement procedures a plus.
  • Must have strong SAP experience. Experience in supplier relations, Supplier Management,thorough knowledge of procurement tools, quality processes and understanding ofcommercial terms and standard procurement procedures a plus.
  • Strong analyticalskills, self-motivated and strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • ISM/CPSM certificate desirable (Certified Professional in Supply Management) nice to have.

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

More About Us

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

MyBenefitsABB.com

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to myBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

Health, Life & Disability

  • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
  • Vision benefit
  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
  • Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
  • Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
  • Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
  • Employee discount program

Retirement

  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

Contribute to a collective vision. This is where progress takes flight, teams turn ideas into impact, and we define what's next. Run What Runs the World.

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We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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