Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse

Job Description Position: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Stafford Springs, CT, onsite
Schedule: Days M-F / on-call as needed

Division / Site Specific Information:

This role supports Thermo Fisher Scientific’s supply chain operations, leading beginning to end production planning and execution for Operations at the Stafford Springs site, working with Finance, and other key stakeholders to drive end-to-end supply chain excellence. The Supply Chain Manager plays a critical role in ensuring reliable product availability while optimizing inventory, maintaining inventory accuracy, service levels, and cost performance across the network.

Discover Impactful Work:

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 day—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will provide strategic leadership across end-to-end supply chain operations, guiding cross-functional teams to enhance customer service, optimize inventory, and drive continuous improvement. You’ll contribute to transformation and innovation while building scalable, efficient supply chain strategies at a company known for integrity, innovation, and involvement.

• A Day in the Life

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including production planning, supply planning, inventory management, cycle count accuracy, and S&OP

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies that balance service excellence, operational efficiency, and cost optimization

• Partner cross-functionally with Business, Operations, Finance, and other stakeholders to align supply chain priorities with business objectives

• Lead and develop supply chain teams, fostering engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement

• Drive process optimization initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies

• Analyze supply chain data and KPIs to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities

• Ensure effective use of ERP systems to support planning, execution, and reporting

• Manage change initiatives and support supply chain transformation efforts

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners

• Keys to Success Education

• Advanced Degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience OR

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience

• Preferred fields of study: Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline

• Professional certifications preferred (APICS CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, Lean/Six Sigma)

Experience:

• Experience leading end-to-end supply chain operations in a complex environment

• Minimum of 3 years of direct report leadership and team development experience

• Proven success in achieving KPIs related to service levels, inventory optimization and accuracy, and cost management

• Experience implementing continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives

• Experience working in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, or regulated industries preferred

• Experience managing change in dynamic, fast-paced environments

• Knowledge

• Deep understanding of supply chain processes including demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and S&OP

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and quality management systems

Skills:

• Strong proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, or similar) and advanced Excel skills

• Strong project management, change management, and analytical capabilities

• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills

• Abilities

• Ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into actionable strategies

• Ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external partnerships

• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed

• Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Office, Production area PPE (gowning, hearing protection, safety glasses, steel-toe shoes)

• Other

• Relocation assistance: Yes

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $103,100.00–$154,700.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards