Summary

Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, Sunnyvale, CA, this position directs and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in Manufacturing Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, Inventory Control, Customs Compliance, Order Management of plant manufacturing operations.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Manage a department consisting of Manufacturing Planning & Demand Planning, Purchasing, Inventory Control Management, and Warehousing professionals, in support of plant manufacturing operations.

Serve as the subject matter expert and consultant to develop and continuously improve the process each cycle.

Build a successful team based on delegation of responsibility and empowering them with the vital resources to complete their assignments, being accessible to team member needs, and developing their skills.

Oversee development of production plans and schedules that optimize plant manufacturing resources while at the same time provide the fastest, possible response to demands.

Oversee management of the plant's warehouse which receive, store, pack and ship raw materials and finished goods and ensure compliance with all security, safety & health, and regulatory requirements.

Manage the plant's inventory assets by balancing maximum customer service with minimum inventory investment, making adjustments to lot size rules and purchasing policies as required.

Track and report key performance indicators for materials management and related manufacturing activities. Initiate corrective action when departmental performance does not meet target or plan.

Work closely with the Plant Management to achieve business objectives and achieve maximum response to an ever-changing market.

Manages and initiates innovative ways to reduce cycle times and cost while maintaining or growing quality utilizing Six Sigma and LEAN Principles.

Provide leadership and support on other assignments and projects as required

Education and experience:

BA/BS degree in Materials or Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration required. Other majors such as Engineering may be considered.

Minimum 8 years experience leading Materials Management or Supply Chain functions.

Other skills and abilities:

Extensive familiarity with ERP software with expertise in all Planning, Purchasing, and Inventory Control applications. Must be able to guide subordinates in the use of same applications and lead them to proficiency in same.

Ability to use a PC and the following software: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with PowerBI is preferred

Ability to understand and follow spoken directives.

Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Ability to make decisions.

Certificates, licenses, registrations

APICS Certification preferred; CFPIM and CSCP are helpful

Personal protective equipment

Safety Glasses, Safety Shoes or Protective Slip-ons when in warehouse or plant

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Benefits:

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company pension/retirement, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

EEO/Reasonable Accommodation:

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $142,000.00-$200,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards