Sr. Procurement / Sourcing Specialist

About the role

Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, where you'll implement strategic procurement initiatives that make a meaningful impact on global healthcare, research, and environmental protection. As a Sr Procurement/Sourcing Specialist, you'll drive the implementation of complex category strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance, reduce costs, and ensure continuous improvement. You'll leverage your expertise to develop and execute effective sourcing solutions while building strong supplier relationships that advance our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic procurement initiatives and complex category strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance and reduce costs.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing solutions.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Develop business cases and drive cost savings through strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Manage complex, global initiatives with project management capabilities.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels with strong communication and presentation skills.
• Work collaboratively across global, cross-functional teams.
• Manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously.
• Ensure compliance with supplier quality management systems and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in procurement/sourcing in large multinational organizations.
• Preferred fields of study: Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Project Management certification desired; CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent procurement certification preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen with 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 MS Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.
• Experience with ERP systems, spend analytics, and e-sourcing platforms (SAP).
• Strong communication and presentation skills for engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work collaboratively across global, cross-functional teams.
• Experience in life sciences, biotech, pharmaceutical, or regulated industries preferred.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Travel less than 10% as required by role.
• Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial.

Schedule

Standard Office Hours (40/wk).

Environmental Conditions

Office.