Project Manager III for Custom Orders Team

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Carlsbad, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Project Manager III on the Customs, Specials and OEM (CSO) team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will manage custom orders and lead complex, process improvement or strategic projects that advance our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner and safer. In this role, you will manage a variety of custom order types from concept to completion. This includes working with our Commercial partners and customers directly, managing the quoting process, SKU and document creation, coordinating planning for manufacturing and QC of our products, and ensuring on-time shipment and delivery while providing an exceptional customer experience. You will collaborate with teams across the organization to drive project execution while building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. This position requires someone who can navigate ambiguity and succeed in a matrix environment. Your project management expertise and leadership will be critical in delivering impactful results that support business growth and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in project management leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies, tools and best practices.
• Leadership abilities with proven success managing teams through influence.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work with all levels.
• Experience managing project budgets, timelines, risks and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
• Business acumen and strategic mindset.
• Problem-solving abilities and proactive approach to risk mitigation.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite and project management software.
• English communication proficiency required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Fields of Study: Science, Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.
• Six Sigma/Lean certification a plus.
• Experience in regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceutical, medical device) preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP/GLP, ISO and other relevant quality standards preferred.
• Additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage custom orders from concept to completion.
• Lead complex, process improvement or strategic projects.
• Work with Commercial partners and customers directly.
• Manage the quoting process.
• Oversee SKU and document creation.
• Coordinate planning for manufacturing and QC of products.
• Ensure on-time shipment and delivery.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to drive project execution.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Navigate ambiguity and succeed in a matrix environment.
• Deliver impactful results that support business growth and operational excellence.

Benefits

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO).
• 10 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave).
• Accident and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy.
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.

What This Job Offers

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