Procurement/Sourcing Specialist II

Job Description

When you're part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do challenging work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of $30 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

Position Summary :

The Procurement Specialist role will be implementing procurement and sourcing activities, as well as maintaining relationships with suppliers and internal partners. At Thermo Fisher, we pride ourselves on the Four I's (Intensity, Integrity, Innovation and Involvement) and our Strengths (Put the Customer First, Lead Your Results, Find a Better Way, Developing Strong Teams, Build Successful Work Environments and Move Strategy to Action).

Responsibilities:

• Carry out procurement and sourcing activities for assigned chemicals, covering three manufacturing facilities in Europe

• Compare supplier chemical offerings to our internal specifications, and provide summaries to internal partners

• Align with key partners to enable an effective sourcing of materials and suppliers globally developing and running RFx events

• Run basic cost and scenario analysis to analyze supplier bids to award business in line with established procedures

• Ensure supply security and sourcing of quality materials at the best cost while mitigating the risks of single/sole source, cost inflation and delivery delay

• Develop and improve supplier relationships

• Take part in cross functional continuous improvement work using PPI methodology

• Maintain alignment and clear communication with Supply Chain, Operations, Product Management and Business Unit teams

• Support supplier qualification process to source and qualify new suppliers globally

• Gather and analyze data using procurement spend analytics tools

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, business, supply chain or other relevant field

• Minimum of 3 experience in a procurement / sourcing function

• High level of English language proficiency (verbal and written)

• Chemistry/Chemicals background is required.

• Knowledge of sourcing strategies and supplier management

• Knowledge of procurement spend analysis, sourcing, supplier, contract management systems and ERP

• Experience in chemicals procurement, sourcing or supply chain management preferred

• Knack to build positive relationships, influence others, and work in tight-knit collaboration with partners across multiple locations

• Developed interpersonal approach to work in an inclusive environment

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work hard, prioritize and run multiple projects

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.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us (~~~) . 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. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

EEO/Reasonable Accommodation:

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

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.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission-enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

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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.

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.