General Management Graduate Leadership Development Program

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Waltham, MA

4d•$155,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

The General Management Graduate Leadership Development Program (GM GLDP) is an accelerated opportunity to develop the vital competencies and gain the necessary experiences for a career as a General Manager at Thermo Fisher. A General Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific leads a site, business unit or region and has ultimate accountability for setting the long-term vision and strategy and driving the day-to-day operations to fulfill that strategy. GM GLDP participants will complete three, twelve-month role-based rotations that provide strategic direction while gaining proficiency with our diverse functional areas, business units, and regions. Learning opportunities will include: formal development sessions; dedicated Executive Mentorship; utilization of our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology; and a network of outstanding LDP alumni.

Requirements

Graduate student completing an MBA degree between December 2023 and June 2026.
Undergraduate degree in Business, Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field of study.
2+ years (5+ preferred) work experience post-undergraduate degree, ideally gained in large, forward-thinking, global organizations.
Experience in Life Sciences or STEM-related industry required.
1+ years experience leading direct reports.
Distinguished results demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
Consultative approach with internal and external partners and ability to cultivate ongoing, meaningful, positive relationships.
Prior experience setting strategy, leading impactful projects, defining budgets, and direct management / development of people and teams.
Energized through championing change, driven in getting results, and agility in navigating ambiguity in a fast paced environment.
Confident applying Key Performance Indicators for effective forecasting and propelling continuous improvement.
Ability to influence colleagues and leaders at all levels of a matrixed environment.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence and strong executive presence.
Geographic flexibility is required both during and upon completion of the program.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status.
Not eligible for F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience.