Sr. Manager Supply Chain

ThermoFisher Scientific; Seneffe; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Belgium is seeking an experienced supply chain leader to oversee end-to-end operations, drive efficiency, and ensure top quality across the network. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business objectives into actionable supply chain plans.

The role emphasizes advanced degrees, leadership, and expertise in SIOP, ERP (SAP), analytics, and regulatory knowledge to optimize inventory, budgeting, and performance while maintaining customer focus.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with 6+ years in supply chain, or Bachelor's with 8+ years, incl. 5+ years in leadership.
• APICS CPIM/CSCP or equivalent preferred; Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
• Experience leading Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes is a must

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations to ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery of products.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support the company's mission.
• Develop and implement effective supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives while cultivating a culture of operational excellence and customer focus.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Project management

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

English & French

Education

Advanced degree

Bachelor's degree

APICS CPIM/CSCP or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:

Lead supply chain operations for Thermo Fisher Scientific, overseeing end-to-end supply chain activities to ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery of products while maintaining the highest quality standards. Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support the company's mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Develop and implement effective supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives while cultivating a culture of operational excellence and customer focus.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in leadership roles
• Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent preferred
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
• Experience leading Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes is a must
• Expertise in ERP systems (SAP) and supply chain planning tools is a must
• Fluency in English and French is a must
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities
• Experience developing and leading effective teams
• Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and process optimization
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in life sciences/pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, matrix organization
• Demonstrated success implementing supply chain initiatives
• 3-5 years of experience with inventory optimization and demand planning
• Proficiency in data analytics and reporting tools
• Strong project management capabilities
• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed

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.