Independently leads the program management and execution of multiple procurement strategic imperatives and initiatives. With minimal supervision, operate as an internal consultant across a global network of divisions, groups, functions, and categories to ensure successful program delivery. In conjunction with relevant business partners leads and delivers large, complex initiatives that identify, design, and implement novel business solutions for Procurement. Initiates and leads the project planning, case development, management and budgeting. Mobilizes and leads distributed project teams; identify key partners. Directs on-time, quality delivery of work products; leads implementation economics, risk and communications.
What will you do?
Scale of Responsibilities
Defines the deliverable structure and content; facilitates agreement of proposed solutions from functional, business unit and site leadership, site operations, and other key partners
Leads multiple projects at a time with well-documented and organized project management methodologies to problem-solve and support enterprise and functional objectives
Develop effective communication strategies and deliver executive-level presentations to propose key initiatives, provide critical implementation updates, and operational line-of-sight, and demonstrate delivery of value within the organization
Identifies and monitors key risks and the impact of those risks on the project through scenario planning
Performs analysis to identify value and case development, through financial and options analysis, identification of required achievements and deliverables, implementation plans and resources required to achieve and ensure projects contribute to the organization.
Tracks confidentiality commitments and clearances for the project
Reports on key targets, projects, pipeline (with Group/Category visibility), and AOP financial targets, including adoption of a standard tool and processes
Coordinates data inputs across the function to enable key reporting visibility and insights
Uses business partner inputs and knowledge of existing systems and constraints to develop standard reporting requirements and drive process improvements
Technical Responsibilities
Applies consistent project management approaches and processes, identifies and reports roadblocks and variances to project plans, ensures projects are on schedule and achieve stated objectives
Tracks and monitors timely completion of project targets within the portfolio, plan vs. actual and report that progress as required
Orchestrates project governance, including regular cadence of PMO sessions (schedule, prepare for, run and drive follow-ups for key meetings)
Detects and facilitates issue resolution to address program risk
Maintains document repository and file structure as well as access rights; own cataloging and monitoring version control on key documents
Uses PPI business systems and processes to drive continuous improvement
Leadership Responsibilities
Leads global, cross-functional, geographically distributed teams to achieve desired outcomes
Coordinates with team members to identify and document resource constraints
Influences key partners in order to achieve key targets on time and within the plan, and develops relationships within the company to complete assigned projects.
Facilitates breakthrough thinking by integrating diverse views while participating in targeted content deep dive sessions to enable problem-solving
Collaborates with Procurement Enablement on reporting cadences to achieve a single source of truth for the savings pipeline and inflation
How will you get here?
Education
Bachelors and/or Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or Science. MBA desirable.
Certification in Project Management is desirable.
Experience
8+ years' experience leading complex, global programs and project initiatives, preferably within the Procurement function
Life Sciences, BioTech, or Pharma industry preferred
Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Category Management preferred
Process improvement background (PPI, Lean, Six Sigma, etc) preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong working knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing, and overall procurement function.
Robust project management skills and capabilities (Gantt charts, dashboards, key deliverables, case and baseline development)
Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to efficiently organize forums and coordinate communication
Excellent communication skills for structuring ideas in a clear and concise manner
Strong ability to effectively communicate with and present to Senior Leadership
Strong proficiency in MS-Office tools (specifically, MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated ability to make recommendations on and deliver assigned projects
Can work independently, within a team, and collaboratively across teams
Ability to lead matrix project teams of peers and other partners and navigate within a matrix environment
Ability to work across multiple sites and platforms in a virtual office environment
Solid Financial competence
Multi-tasking skills and planning for prioritizing personal workload
Able to lead change effectively and frequently
Ability to travel between 10-30% on an annual basis
Benefits
We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company pension, and a range of employee benefits!
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation."
EEO/Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
