Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $45 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Whether our customers are advancing life sciences research, addressing complex analytical challenges, improving laboratory efficiency, enhancing patient health through diagnostics, or developing and manufacturing life-changing therapies, we are committed to supporting them.

Our global team delivers an exceptional combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands such as Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the R&D cost optimization (VAVE) team, providing strategic direction and execution oversight
• Deliver ~$4M annual cost savings and build a robust pipeline of ~$8M+ for future initiatives
• Drive execution excellence by orchestrating cross-functional project teams to deliver projects on time with improved quality and efficiency
• Apply structured cost optimization methodologies, including product cost analysis, should-costing, costed BOM analysis, material spend analysis, teardown, competitive benchmarking, and VAVE to identify opportunities and build a strong pipeline
• Collaborate with global stakeholders, provide regular progress updates, and proactively escalate risks or support requirements
• Provide leadership, coordination, and oversight for project management and design activities across MCP projects
• Partner with project leaders to identify risks early and develop effective mitigation plans
• Work closely with design leadership to develop and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP)
• Identify process gaps and establish standardized workflows and PPI-based systems to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Champion Practical Process Improvement (PPI), Lean initiatives, and key business improvement programs
• Manage and adhere to the annual operating plan, including resource allocation and project budgets
• Develop and maintain team capability frameworks, including proficiency matrices and resource planning
• Mentor and support team members to foster continuous learning and professional development
• Ensure all activities align with Thermo Fisher’s Code of Ethics, Diversity & Inclusion principles, and 4-I Values

Skills & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 12 + years of proven track record with Project Management (Minimum 8 years of relevant experience), with strong exposure to product sustenance and cost optimization/VAVE project execution
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, preferably handling a cluster of 25+ projects
• Experience in developing strategic road maps and detailed execution plans to meet and exceed business objectives
• Strong track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable outcomes, particularly in VAVE programs
• Proficiency in stage-gate or technical review processes
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements, certifications, and engineering standards
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Strong people leadership and team management capabilities
• Demonstrated track record of delivering impactful cost savings across the career

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter) and CAD tools such as UG/NX, along with working knowledge of simulation tools like Ansys
• Experience managing large-scale cost optimization programs with high impact