Senior Director, Regional Marketing, Life Sciences EMEA

ThermoFisher Scientific; Bleiswijk; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Employee benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Director of Marketing to lead the marketing function across digital, e-commerce, and demand generation. You will work with Sales and Portfolio Management to drive revenue growth and market presence in a large-scale distribution context.

The role requires 30–50% international travel, a global mindset, and strong leadership of a sizeable marketing organization. Office-based with flexibility across European sites.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's plus 8 years in digital marketing and e-commerce within a B2B environment.
• Preferred fields: Life Sciences, Computer Sciences, Marketing, Business Administration, or related.
• Proven expertise with marketing technology stacks and big data analytics.
• Strong leadership of managers and large organisations in international contexts.
• Experience in international, matrix organisations.
• Data-driven marketing initiatives with measurable ROI.
• Strong business acumen and financial management skills.
• Experience in marketing automation tools and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Go-to-Market Strategy & Market Activation.
• Digital Marketing and e-Commerce leadership.
• Drive Demand Generation and Commercial Growth.
• Enable commercial teams through processes and tools.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure strong collaboration.
• Monitor Business Performance and ROI.

Skills

Leadership

Digital marketing

E-commerce

Demand generation

Cross-functional leadership

Marketing automation

Big data analytics

Budget management

ROI optimization

Education

Advanced degree

Bachelor's degree

B2B marketing experience

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

The job:

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific as Senior Director of Marketing and lead our marketing function forward. In this strategic leadership role, you'll support growth through innovative marketing strategies, with a focus on digital marketing, e-commerce, and demand generation. Working closely with Sales and Portfolio Management teams, you'll lead initiatives that enhance our market presence and operational excellence.

This position offers flexibility while leading a substantial marketing organization. You'll be instrumental in setting strategic direction, deploying marketing teams effectively, and managing product master data for Thermo Fisher Scientific. Your expertise in digital marketing and e-commerce will be crucial as you develop and implement data-driven marketing tactics that generate revenue growth.

The role involves collaboration with other divisions and external vendors, leveraging our strengths as a large-scale distributor. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact through innovative e-commerce initiatives while leading and developing a talented team in an international environment.

This role is office-based and can be based at a number of our European sites. Some international travel will be required – between 30-50% of working time, including overnight stays.

What will you do?

• Manage and develop a team of 5 direct reports and oversee an organization of approximately 80 people
• Go-to-Market Strategy & Market Activation
• Digital Marketing and e-Commerce
• Demand Generation & Commercial Growth
• Commercial Enablement
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Business Performance

Who we are looking for:

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in digital marketing and e-commerce within a B2B environment
• Preferred Fields of Study: Life Sciences, Computer Sciences, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
• Proven expertise with marketing technology stacks and big data analytics
• Strong track record of leading and implementing successful marketing strategies in retail/distribution
• Demonstrated people leadership ability, with experience of managing managers and managing a large organisation
• Experience working in an international, matrix organization
• Advanced data science and analytics capabilities, with demonstrable results in implementing data-driven marketing initiatives
• Strong business acumen and financial management skills
• Proven ability to implement innovation and guide organizational change
• Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• Advanced level of English required
• Ability to travel between 30-50% annually, including international travel with overnight stays
• Strong coaching, mentoring, leadership and team development skills
• Strategic thinking and decision-making abilities
• Experience in managing and optimizing marketing automation tools
• Track record of successful budget management and ROI optimization

What’s in it for you:

We offer competitive remuneration, an annual incentive plan bonus scheme 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.

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.