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Senior Director, Operations
Thermo Fisher Scientific. Manage complex manufacturing operations while driving strategic growth and operational excellence .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex manufacturing operations with a focus on operational excellence, compliance, and strategic growth. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, implement continuous improvement methodologies, and manage P&L responsibilities in regulated environments.
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P&L ManagementContinuous Improvement MethodologiesCGMP and FDA ComplianceCross-Functional CollaborationProject Management
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Hard Skills
Operations LeadershipLean ManufacturingSix SigmaERP SystemsManufacturing TechnologiesFinancial PlanningBudget ManagementAnalytical CapabilitiesChange ManagementStrategic Planning
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationInfluence SkillsProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingTeam Development
Industry Keywords
Regulated ManufacturingOperational ExcellenceCustomer Relationship ManagementMatrix EnvironmentsPractical Process Improvement
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage complex manufacturing operations while driving strategic growth and operational excellence
- Direct production of high-quality products in regulated environments while ensuring exceptional customer service and compliance
- Optimize end-to-end operations and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Develop high-performing teams aligned with Thermo Fisher Scientific’s mission
- Establish and execute strategic plans with cross-functional partners
- Drive productivity and efficiency improvements
- Support the PPI (Practical Process Improvement) business system and 4i values
- Develop talent and build engaged, collaborative teams
- Manage P&L responsibilities and scale operations to meet growing demand
Requirements
What you’ll need- Advanced Degree plus 8 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 10 years of experience in operations leadership in regulated manufacturing environments
- Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Business or related technical/scientific field
- Advanced training in continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean)
- Demonstrated P&L management and operational excellence experience at scale
- Strong working knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and other relevant quality/regulatory requirements
- Experience leading and developing large, multi-functional teams
- Experience implementing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methodologies
- Strong business acumen and analytical capabilities
- Effective communication and influence skills across all organizational levels
- Ability to implement change and deliver results in matrix environments
- Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing technologies
- Strong project management capabilities
- Strategic mindset with ability to balance short and long-term priorities
- Experience in customer/client relationship management
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to travel 25-40% as required
- Change management and transformation experience
- Cross-functional collaboration and influence skills
- Financial planning and budget management expertise