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Supply Chain Manager

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Supply Chain Manager

Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Summary:

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly qualified Supply Chain Manager to join our special organization. In this executive role, you will have the outstanding opportunity to lead and implement critical supply chain projects with a high priority and complexity. Your expertise , strong analytical skills, and engagement across departments will be important in driving process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement the strategic plans to optimize operations, focusing on priorities assigned by Thermo Fisher current planning workstream.
  • Take charge of critical projects related to Supply Chain constraints and opportunities, ensuring detailed execution, meeting targets, and giving results to leadership.
  • Collaborate with Procurement leadership and functional teams to identify areas of opportunity and define the resources and data for implementation.
  • Partner with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to assemble and activate a dedicated crisis management team, conduct scenario planning, assess crisis impact, communicate, and implement response plans.
  • Extract, consolidate, and analyze supply chain data to build metrics for continuous improvement exercises, specifically targeting inventory-related excess, aging, and E&O risks reduction.
  • Lead all aspects of and report key performance indicators for inventory management and other supply chain metrics, proactively proposing and implementing corrective actions when needed.
  • Serve as a subject matter authority in inventory management methodologies, sales and operations planning, and supply and demand planning.
  • Provide high-level support to ongoing team activities, offering ad-hoc tools and solution proposals.
  • Mentor junior members of the Supply Chain team, sharing knowledge and expertise through a detailed and defined learning path.
  • Stay informed about standard processes in the department operations and management across the company, engaging in continuous learning to remain up-to-date on evolving practices in SCM.
  • Actively participate as an active contributor in the company's Business Resource Groups and local initiatives, supplying to committees promoting diversity and inclusion.

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Experience:

  • 5+ years of validated experience in Supply Chain positions, including Inventory Management.
  • Bachelor's degree in value chain management, logistics, engineering, information technologies, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of inventory management principles, methodologies, and standard processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and identify trends and patterns.
  • Proficiency in using multiple enterprise resource planning (ERPs) and data visualization tools, such as Power BI. Experience with big data analytics tools is desirable.
  • Excellent skills, able to collaborate with internal and external partners.
  • Ability to perform in the Thermo Fisher environment, prioritize, and meet tight delivery dates.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Professional in Inventory (CPIM) is a plus.

Client-provided location(s): Lagunilla, Heredia, Costa Rica
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01279033
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program