Senior Portfolio Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Manage the clinical diagnostics portfolio, primarily clinical chemistry and immunoassay (CCIA), with additional responsibility across hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, LC-MS, and select point-of-care diagnostics .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical diagnostics portfolios, particularly in clinical chemistry and immunoassay, while effectively negotiating supplier terms and driving profitable growth. Proficient in analyzing market dynamics and developing strategic marketing programs to enhance product positioning and supplier relationships.

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Clinical Chemistry ExpertiseSupplier ManagementPortfolio ManagementCommercial Sales ExperienceAnalytical Acumen

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Hard Skills

Clinical ChemistryImmunoassayPortfolio ManagementProduct LaunchMarket AnalysisPricing StrategySupplier NegotiationLaboratory WorkflowsCapital InstrumentationChannel Management

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsStrategic ThinkingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointBusiness Applications

Industry Keywords

Clinical DiagnosticsLaboratory ProductsHematologyUrinalysisCoagulationLC-MSPoint-of-Care DiagnosticsDistribution ModelAssaysReagents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the clinical diagnostics portfolio, primarily clinical chemistry and immunoassay (CCIA), with additional responsibility across hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, LC-MS, and select point-of-care diagnostics
Own business relationships with assigned supplier partners
Drive alignment, performance, and profitable growth against annual operating plan objectives
Develop and execute portfolio and supplier strategies
Lead supplier business reviews, including performance analysis, business updates, opportunities, risks, and action plans
Negotiate supplier commercial terms, including pricing, rebates, and marketing funding
Partner with Legal and other stakeholders on contractual agreements
Identify and evaluate new suppliers, products, technologies, and portfolio opportunities
Lead new product launches and supplier introductions
Develop and execute marketing programs, sales tools, campaigns, and growth initiatives
Serve as a portfolio subject matter expert, providing product, market, competitive, and technical guidance
Analyze market dynamics, business performance, pricing, margin, and forecasts to inform portfolio decisions
Develop pricing and positioning strategies
Partner with cross-functional teams across Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Capital Contracting, Purchasing, Marketing, Quality, Regulatory, Legal, Product Administration, and Learning and Development
Secure supplier support and funding for strategic programs
Own business issues and drive timely resolution
Prioritize and manage multiple suppliers, projects, deadlines, and business needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in science, business, or a related field
3+ years of relevant professional experience in the clinical diagnostics or laboratory products industry
Experience in product or portfolio management, channel management, supplier management, commercial sales, or a related function
Experience with or strong knowledge of clinical chemistry and immunoassay (CCIA)
Understanding of laboratory workflows, instrumentation, assays, reagents and consumables, competitive platforms, and customer requirements
Experience with capital instrumentation strongly preferred
Experience working within a distribution model or managing distributors/channel partners for a diagnostics manufacturer highly valued
Additional knowledge or experience across hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, LC-MS, and/or point-of-care diagnostics beneficial
Strong commercial, financial, and analytical acumen
Ability to interpret business performance, pricing, margin, forecasts, and market dynamics
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Demonstrated ability to build business relationships, negotiate effectively, align priorities, and influence stakeholders without direct authority
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Strong judgment, ownership, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard business applications
Ability to travel domestically approximately 20–25%
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive plan bonus scheme
Healthcare
Company 401k
Employee benefits
Career and development prospects
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities