Integrated Business Planning Intern

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Position Overview:

• Enhance the Exec S&OP (*) focus on specific business topics (elevations), on actions, scenarios and decision.

(*) Executive Sales and Operations Planning is a monthly business review with the EPD Senior Leadership Team, focused on managing demand and supply, reviewing changes and escalations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a new methodology for the monthly Exec S&OP meetings emphasizing focus on issues, risks / opportunities, exceptions and escalations.

• Conduct interviews with selected stakeholders to get their perspective. Compile insights based on interview and data.

• Standardize templates to be used for this purpose by gathering best practices from other functions or external consultancy support.

• Conduct a pilot with new approach and templates.

• Work with IBP manager and Exec S&OP leads (mainly Finance and Ops DVP) to identify issues and exceptions to be elevated to Exec S&OP for which new approach should be utilized.

• Collect data and prepare escalation slides for those topics in initial S&OP cycles in collaboration with regions or countries.

• Draft presentation framework and storyline for the business, focusing on storytelling and executive presentation.

• Adjust the process and templates based on feedback and recommend and implement actions (including change management practices) to integrate new approach into the monthly routine.

• Develop summary on progress of implementation and areas to fine-tune.

Qualifications:

• Advanced problem-solving skills, using both quantitative and qualitative analysis

• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with strong emphasis on data analysis and slide writing

What We Offer as Part of our MBA Internship Program in Basel, Switzerland:

• Custom Onboarding: Abbott provides a custom onboarding for interns joining in March, with the other members of the intern cohort for 2025

• Professional Development: Abbott provides mentorship and professional development opportunities to help MBA students grow their skills and advance their careers.

• Networking Opportunities: MBA students can build a network of professional contacts within Abbott and the broader industry, which can be valuable for future career opportunities.

• Career Growth: Abbott is committed to the career development of its employees, offering pathways for growth within the company and opportunities to take on new challenges.

• Inclusive Work Environment: Abbott fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, and employees can be their true selves.

Duration: 6 Months, Ideally March to August 2025

Applications accepted only from the EU/EFTA or Swiss nationals

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in the position and relevant experience.