Procurement Manager - Biologicals

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Morrisville, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, the Procurement Manager - Biologicals implements strategic procurement initiatives supporting global healthcare, research, and environmental protection. The role develops complex category strategies and collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance, reduce costs, and drive continuous improvement. It develops and executes sourcing solutions and builds strong supplier relationships in support of the company’s mission.

Requirements

• Advanced degree plus 6 years of procurement or sourcing experience in large multinational organizations, or a bachelor's degree plus 8 years of such experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, including the ability to develop business cases and drive cost savings.
• Project management capabilities and experience managing complex, global initiatives.
• Proven negotiation skills and ability to influence in a matrix environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, and project management tools.
• Experience with ERP systems, spend analytics, and e-sourcing platforms.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to collaborate across global, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel 10–50% as required by the role.
• Fluency in English.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously.
• Experience with supplier quality management systems and regulatory compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management certification desired.
• CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent procurement certification preferred.
• Preferred fields of study include Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in life sciences, biotech, pharmaceutical, or regulated industries preferred.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Additional languages are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic procurement initiatives.
• Develop complex category strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance, reduce costs, and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute sourcing solutions.
• Build strong supplier relationships.
• Manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously.

What This Job Offers

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