Manager, Procurement/Sourcing – Diagnostics
Employer · Thermo Fisher Scientific
Supply and logistics manager
BuyerDaytimeFull-timeBudapest
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, as a Manager, Procurement/Sourcing and make a meaningful impact. In this role, you'll lead complex category strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement in spend management. You'll develop and execute 3-5 year sourcing strategies, negotiate strategic contracts, and build strong supplier relationships that drive value through quality, cost optimization, and innovation.
Tasks
- Lead complex category strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement in spend management
- Develop and execute 3-5 year sourcing strategies
- Negotiate strategic contracts
- Build strong supplier relationships that drive value through quality, cost optimization, and innovation
- Ensure category strategies align with organizational objectives while building organizational strength through mentoring and developing procurement talent
Requirements
- Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in procurement/sourcing in matrix organizations with increasing responsibilities
- Preferred Fields of Study: Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related technical field
- Professional certifications preferred (CPSM, PMP, Six Sigma)
- 3+ years of people management experience leading and developing procurement teams
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing processes and category management principles
- Demonstrated success in achieving cost savings targets
- Experience working in highly regulated industries, preferably life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multiple regions
- Strong analytical and financial capabilities to assess market dynamics and business requirements
- Experience in project management and cross-functional team leadership
- Proficiency with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office suite
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to travel 10-20% as required
- Multi-cultural experience preferred
- Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial