Head of Supply Chain - Onsite, Florence SC

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Florence, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lead supply chain operations for Thermo Fisher Scientific, overseeing end-to-end supply chain activities to ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery of products while maintaining the highest quality standards. Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support the company's mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Develop and implement effective supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives while cultivating a culture of operational excellence and customer focus. The role is onsite in Florence, South Carolina, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and an office work environment. Travel up to 20% as needed.

Requirements

• Advanced degree plus 6 years of supply chain management experience, or bachelor's degree plus 8 years of supply chain management experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in leadership roles.
• Experience leading Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes.
• Expertise in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and supply chain planning tools.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Experience developing and leading effective teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and process optimization.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, matrix organization.
• Demonstrated success implementing supply chain initiatives.
• Experience with inventory optimization and demand planning.
• Proficiency in data analytics and reporting tools.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred field of study in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations to ensure efficient, cost-effective product delivery while maintaining high quality standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support the company's mission.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Cultivate a culture of operational excellence and customer focus.
• Lead Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes.
• Develop and lead effective teams.
• Implement supply chain initiatives, optimize inventory, and support demand planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director