About Abbott

What You'll Do:

• Lead the integration and implementation of Quality IT systems across New Zealand Manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with global standards

• Define project plans, timelines, and milestones, and drive execution to ensure successful system and process deployment

• Monitor progress and proactively identify risks, issues, and mitigation strategies, escalating as appropriate

• Provide clear, consistent status reporting and communication to leadership and stakeholders

• Partner with business teams to identify reporting and data analytics requirements, translating needs into actionable solutions

• Collaborate with Abbott IT, Site Leadership, Quality System Owners, and Division Technology & Data Analytics teams to drive integration, harmonization, and future-state capabilities

• Support change management efforts, including user adoption, training, and process standardization

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a Software QA / Software Engineering / Database Administrator / Data Analyst role

• Experience working in manufacturing an advantage

• Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment

• Understanding of quality systems (e.g., CAPA, document control, change management) and manufacturing processes is a plus

• Experience with Quality IT systems integration, deployment, or support

• Demonstrated knowledge of data analytics, reporting tools, or digital/technology strategies

• Project management experience, including the ability to develop plans, manage timelines, and drive execution

• Familiarity with enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, TrackWise, or similar platforms)

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business language

• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, drive alignment, and manage competing priorities

• Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset

This is a 2-years fixed term contract opportunity.

Location:

This position is based in Waikato District > Pokeno.

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.

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