Senior Manager, Technical Sourcing Engineering (Bio/Chem)

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Manager, Technical Sourcing Engineering (Biochemicals/Chemicals/Biologicals) at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will provide technical leadership within a cross-functional organization supporting division and category procurement and sourcing strategies. You will lead a team of technical sourcing engineers across EMEA and APAC, driving alternative sourcing, value engineering, productivity projects, and strategic sourcing initiatives.

You will oversee program-level initiatives, ensure effective governance and project execution, manage resources and priorities, and communicate project portfolio health and impact to executive leadership. You will also play a key role in resolving supply chain challenges and ensuring continuity across Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or equivalent required

Technical graduate degree preferred

10+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing sciences, technical sourcing, or another technical role, ideally within the biotechnology industry

7+ years of relevant experience may be considered with a Master's degree or higher

10+ years of leadership experience managing people and resources

Experience working in a manufacturing or laboratory environment preferred

Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, PPI, Six Sigma, or 5S is a plus

Project Management and/or PMP certification is a plus

Experience supporting multi-site operations and working within complex, matrixed organizations

Experience working with Quality organizations and navigating regulatory requirements

Experience with quality systems, ISO regulations, and cGMP operations

Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 10–50% as required

Skills and Competencies

Strong project management skills and experience using project management tools, software, and practices

Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop technical teams in a cross-functional and matrixed environment

Strong negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to secure resources and drive progress in resource-constrained environments

Strong conflict management and interpersonal skills

Ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics and resolve challenges across sites and functions

Strong technical acumen, preferably with a background in biological sciences

High emotional intelligence and ability to influence without authority

Ability to lead and support cross-functional project teams

Strong problem-solving skills involving science and engineering

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at multiple organizational levels

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to lead and support teams remotely

Ability to balance immediate business priorities with longer-term strategic goals

Strong understanding of processes, documentation, testing, and quality requirements for materials and finished goods

Knowledge of established Quality Systems, ISO regulations, and cGMP operations

Ability to work flexibly across Thermo Fisher manufacturing sites, supplier locations, and customer environments

Ability to develop and maintain collaborative, trust-based relationships across teams

Experience with systems and tools such as Per Angusta, PPM Pro, Power BI, and Rever is beneficial

Multi-cultural experience preferred

Demonstrated “can do” attitude and ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment

We Offer

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus

Comprehensive health package, including private health, life and accident insurance

Wellbeing support for employees and their family members, including mental health consultations, health check-ups, vaccinations, and on-site health initiatives

Opportunities for professional growth through internal training, access to Thermo Fisher e-University, and continuous development

The opportunity to work in a global, innovation-driven organization and collaborate with international teams

Daily benefits such as subsidized meals, gym access, and company transportation

An inclusive and supportive culture, with team events and community initiatives

2 additional paid volunteering days per year

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Compensation

The monthly salary range estimated for this position based in Lithuania is €4,683.33–€7,020.83.