Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Sr. Manager, Operations Strategy Deployment

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Manager of Operations Strategy Deployment and Execution to join our world-class team. As a global leader in scientific research and innovation, Thermo Fisher Scientific is dedicated to enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate strategic projects, focusing on distribution facility, network, & warehouse management system upgrades, new capability deployment including sophisticated automation, operational excellence, standardized process improvement, and profit acceleration aligned to company goals.
• Facilitate a robust governance structure, working across different business functions and leaders, to prioritize and lead critical operations initiatives, in alignment with overall business objectives.
• Design and stand-up standardized process for new distribution capability introduction (plastic pallets, returnable totes, kitting, etc.)
• Collaborate with diverse teams to identify and implement key operations objectives, developing action plans for successful strategy implementation using Thermo Fisher's PPI Business System Strategy Deployment methodology.
• Ensure flawless execution of strategic projects by managing timelines, resources, and budgets
• Foster a culture of inclusion and collaboration, promoting a diverse and innovative work environment
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cross functional teams at all organization levels to promote alignment and active participation.
• Provide leadership & guidance to direct report Project Managers as well as cross-functional project teams, resolving issues through effective communication and maximizing expertise to meet business needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations or a related field. Master's in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in Operations or Distribution, specific experience in program management, prioritization, planning, and execution in a highly sophisticated distribution environment required.
• Exceptional learning agility to evaluate, assess, and deploy new strategic capabilities that improve distribution material & information flow while increasing customer performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to positively influence and inspire teams from various backgrounds.
• Passionate about driving growth and achieving excellence, with a strong focus on work outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or Practical Process Improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge and experience working in highly regulated environments (GMP/GDP, ISO, VAWD, FDA, DOT, etc.).
• Ability to travel domestically as needed to support assigned projects (10 to 50%)