Buyer III
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Work Schedule
Other

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work, and you'll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 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.

Location/Division Specific Information

Frederick, MD Site

The Frederick, MD location is a critical part of Thermo Fisher's organization, providing support for up to 5 Business Groups and multiple Divisions, from distribution, to Life Sciences and Corporate support. We are a leading provider of innovative products and services. Join our dynamic team in Frederick as a part of our Clinical Sequencing Division, and be part of shaping the future of the world.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3-4 years previous Procurement/Planning required.
• Experience with SAP, E1, Microsoft Office software including Work and Excel.
• Experience working within regulated industry (ISO 13485) and/or cGMP environment
• 2-3 years working in a highly regulated environment and/or life-sciences industry preferred
• Experience working in a global enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
• CPIM or C.P.M or CSCP or equivalent certification preferred
• Experience using lean / 6-sigma tools

Discover Impactful Work:

We are seeking a highly motivated Procurement professional for Thermo Fisher Scientific Frederick site to procure goods and services in conformance with approved procedures at the best total cost with considerations for quality, reliability of source and vitality of need. Provides support for all aspects of procurement supplier negotiations, vendor analysis, cost reductions, expediting of orders and vendor relations.

A day in the Life:

• Strong Project Management skills
• Strong customer service focus to enhance satisfaction
• Ability to develop and provide reports to satisfy ongoing inventory management needs.
• Strong verbal communication skills to optimally communicate critical information.
• Strong problem solving and reasoning skills to optimally take care of problems varying in complexity relative to job level
• In depth knowledge of planning and purchasing systems.
• Solid understanding of regulated supply chains; to include ISO, GMP, and FDA regulations.
• Thorough understanding of concepts of inventory flow throughout the supply chain.
• Able to function in a highly dynamic environment.
• Key Deliverables/Goals: purchase price variance, on-time delivery, inventory targets, continuity of supply, Delivery and payment terms.
• Implement Supply Agreements with key vendors
• Negotiates pricing, terms and conditions which are not managed by the commodity management teams, within established limitations and scope of authority to obtain the most favorable business partnerships, including but not limited to quality, availability and cost.
• Uses proactive approach and ensures data accuracy for all purchasing parameters in the ERP system
• Creates and maintains mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement, usually being the single-point-of-contact for the vendor
• Investigates and recommends new vendors
• Provides coaching and mentoring to junior members of the purchasing team.
• Observe supplier performance, communicates and takes action to maintain high levels of supplier performance.
• Works across internal functions and external contacts to resolve supplier performance issues
• Support or lead continuous improvement events to reduce cost, increase efficiency, streamline the way we do business
• Takes initiative to resolve supply constraints and maybe required to lead/manage projects
• Use MRP to maintain continuous material availability to support production plans.

Keys to Success:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Experience in project management

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, 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!

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $70,000.00-$115,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
  

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

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