Sr Manager, Supply Chain Excellence

Job Description

Position Summary:

This role serves as the primary global lead to improve planning function within supply chain for the division. This position will be responsible for developing targeted improvement plans and driving initiatives which enable the business unit to meet service levels and product availability goals to end customers. This includes building and enhancing SIOP process for the business units to link Sales, Operations, Finance and Supply Chain that will translate into capacity and inventory strategies to increase customer service levels at an optimal cost. This is a collaborative role which will work closely with colleagues across the business to influence actions and jointly optimize order flow and product availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and improve the standard sales, inventory and operations planning process based on the needs of the business units.

• Global process owner of SIOP process for the division to drive standards in Demand Review, Supply Review and Business unit leadership reviews.

• Build a standard Demand Planning approach, work closely with Global Sales and Marketing to drive alignment between bottoms up volume forecasts and top down revenue forecasts for the division

• Develop & maintain inventory entitlement models working closely with the business units to drive sustainable improvements in working capital investment, reduction in E&O and scrap.

• Develop and facilitate implementation of world-class supply chain planning practices and procedures within the business unit(s) and support roll-out throughout the business.

• Key leader in driving the digital supply chain initiative to build early warning systems (Supply Chain Control Tower) and measure customer service metrics closer to customer to drive improvements in OTIF, OF CAS & Back Orders.

• Communicate, influence and interact globally with broad functional areas (Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance) to develop and execute plans to achieve annual operating plan (AOP) goals.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

• Master's Degree is preferred

• At least 8+ years direct experience managing a global supply chain planning function

• SAP, APICS CPIM experience preferred

• Ability to work in a complex matrix environment to create buy in and implement processes.

• Proficiency in engaging and influencing large teams and functional leaders

• Strong project management and problem-solving skills

• Must possess solid judgment and be able to work autonomously, bias for action

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English - demonstrated through both written and spoken communication

• Analytical and statistical skills including the ability to develop and report metrics, develop complex models, & predictive and prescriptive analytics

• A strong collaborative leadership style with proven ability to drive change across multiple organizational levels, functions, locations, and "dotted lines" into entities to achieve objectives

We offer competitive salary, an annual incentive bonus plan, 401K with company match up to 6%, tuition reimbursement and a range of other employee benefits! We foster an exciting company culture that encourages innovation, forward-thinking, and an outstanding career and development prospects. Come be a part of the team!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As one global team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. Apply today! ~~~

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.