Supply Chain Transformation Project Manager
Thermo Fisher ScientificWork Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Supply Chain Transformation Project Manager Location: Maplewood, MN or Charlotte, NC– Relocation assistance not provided Work Authorization: This position does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. How will you make an impact? Join Thermo Fisher Scientific and help transform how our global supply chain operates. As a Supply Chain Project Manager within the Filtration and Separation Division (FSD), you will have the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives that make our supply chain faster, simpler, more resilient, and more data-driven. This highly visible role sits at the intersection of supply chain strategy, operations, technology, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to turn complex challenges into scalable solutions with measurable business impact. You will partner across Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Finance, and Operations to optimize end-to-end processes, strengthen ERP and advanced planning capabilities, and improve how teams use data to make decisions. From improving service and inventory performance to advancing planning systems and developing supply chain capabilities, your work will directly influence how we serve our customers and deliver on our business priorities. This is an opportunity for an experienced supply chain professional who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing across functions, and translating strategy and analytics into sustainable operational results. What will you do? Lead supply chain transformation Lead strategic, end-to-end supply chain improvement initiatives across planning, inventory management, sourcing, and operations, delivering measurable improvements in customer service, cost, working capital, and operational performance. Drive ERP process optimization and governance across platforms including Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP, and Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) systems. Strengthen master data integrity, standardize planning processes, and improve effective utilization of MRP and planning systems. Support enhancements to advanced planning capabilities by improving system functionality, user adoption, and the quality of planning outputs used by operational teams. Translate supply chain strategy into executable roadmaps with clear priorities, milestones, ownership, and measurable outcomes. Improve performance and supply chain resilience Identify emerging supply and operational risks and lead structured mitigation strategies that strengthen continuity of supply and minimize customer impact. Apply PPI, Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies to improve fill rates, reduce backorders, optimize safety stock, increase inventory turns, and improve overall supply chain performance. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to improve planning accuracy, reduce waste and scrap, and address systemic performance challenges. Partner across functions to remove constraints, improve execution, and sustain results. Turn data into action Use advanced analytics, Excel, ERP reporting, and planning tools to transform complex data into meaningful business insights. Develop and maintain standardized dashboards and KPI reporting that provide clear visibility into global supply chain performance. Strengthen Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP/S&OP) processes through decision-ready analytics, performance reporting, and executive-level insights. Translate analytical findings into practical recommendations, clear ownership, and measurable actions that improve operational performance. Influence, collaborate, and build capability Serve as a trusted supply chain partner across Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Procurement, Planning, and Operations, aligning teams around shared priorities and outcomes. Provide hands-on coaching and mentors…