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Admin Assistant II

Abbott · Abbott Park, IL · $22.50–$45.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you supported several people with competing requests.

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize fairly and communicate clearly.

How do you handle confidential information you come across in your work?

What they are checking: Whether they understand discretion, especially around supplier and contract details.

Tell me about a process you improved in an administrative role.

What they are checking: Whether they look for better ways to work rather than just following routines.

How do you make sure nothing falls through the cracks when you have many small tasks?

What they are checking: Whether they have a reliable system for tracking work.

How do you make people from different parts of the company feel welcome when they visit or join a meeting?

What they are checking: Whether they represent the team professionally and warmly.

What would you do

This role supports Global Procurement Services. How would you keep a busy team's calendars, meetings and travel organized?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage many moving parts for several people without dropping details.

A leader's schedule changes at the last minute and affects five other people. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can adjust plans quickly and keep everyone informed.

Someone outside the team asks you for information you are not sure you should share. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they check before sharing rather than guessing.

About the work

What tools have you used for scheduling, documents and spreadsheets?

What they are checking: Whether they are comfortable with the office tools administrative work depends on.

Have you processed purchase orders, invoices or expense reports? How did you make sure they were correct?

What they are checking: Whether they handle financial paperwork accurately in a procurement setting.

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The full job description

As published by Abbott.

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott • At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: • Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. • Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. • An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution • Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. • A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. • A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity Join Abbott’s Global Procurement Services (GPS) team as an Administrative Assistant supporting senior leadership, including a Divisional Vice President and other key executives. This highly visible role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex schedules and priorities, and can handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. What You’ll Work On • Provide administrative support to senior GPS leaders, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements • Screen and manage phone calls, correspondence, and visitor interactions with professionalism and discretion • Prepare and process expense reports, invoices, purchase requisitions, and other business documentation • Coordinate domestic and international travel, while proactively identifying and resolving scheduling conflicts • Create, edit, and maintain presentations, spreadsheets, reports, and other business materials using Microsoft Office tools • Schedule and support virtual meetings through Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other collaboration platforms • Assist with contract routing, signature processing, and document review for completeness • Coordinate new employee onboarding activities, including office setup and technology access • Order office supplies, business cards, and other departmental resources • Serve as a liaison for administrative and technology-related support requests • Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive business and employee information • Collaborate across functions and provide backup support to other administrative professionals as needed • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and administrative processes • Leverage Microsoft Copilot and other AI-enabled productivity tools to help conduct basic supplier research, compile information from internal and external sources, and prepare concise executive summaries, briefing materials, and meeting support documents Required Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent • 3+ years of administrative support experience, preferably supporting senior leaders or executives • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously • Proven ability to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams • Experience managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings, and arranging travel • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work effectively with executives, colleagues, vendors, and external partners • Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications • Some college coursework or an associate’s degree • Experience supporting vice presidents, directors, or other senior-level leaders • Experience with Concur, Workday, SharePoint, SRM, and Microsoft Power Apps • Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat, Visio, OrgPlus, or similar business applications • Experience coordinating onboarding activities for new employees • Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and work independently with minimal supervision • Demonstrated success in a fast-paced corporate environment • Experience supporting procurement, supply chain, or other business operations teams is a plus • Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot or similar AI-powered productivity tools for information gathering, content summarization, and business support activities • Experience conducting basic supplier, market, or business research and translating findings into clear executive summaries, presentations, or briefing materials Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal r @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $22.50 – $45.00/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Administrative Support DIVISION: GPS Global Purchasing Services LOCATION: United States > Abbott Park : AP06C ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. 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