Thermo Fisher Scientific

Project Manager III for Custom Orders Team

Thermo Fisher Scientific Carlsbad, California, United States · $83K–$111K/yr

Biotechnology Research · 10,001+ employees

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About the role

Manage custom orders from concept to completion while leading complex strategic projects to drive operational excellence. Collaborate with commercial partners and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality customer experiences.

What they look for

Project management Strategic planning Process improvement Stakeholder management Budget management Risk mitigation Cross-functional leadership Analytical skills Communication skills Business acumen Problem-solving GMP GLP ISO standards MS Office suite Supply chain coordination

Requirements

Requires an advanced degree with 3 years of experience or a bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in project management. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or medical devices.

Benefits

Medical plan Dental plan Vision plan Health incentive programs Employee assistance program Family support programs Commuter benefits Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Paid holidays Paid parental leave Accident insurance Life insurance Short-term disability Long-term disability 401(k) retirement savings plan Employees’ stock purchase plan

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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.

DESCRIPTION

As a Project Manager III on the Customs, Specials and OEM (CSO) team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will manage custom orders and lead complex, process improvement or strategic projects that advance our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner and safer. In this role, you will manage a variety of custom order types from concept to completion. This includes working with our Commercial partners and customers directly, managing the quoting process, SKU and document creation, coordinating planning for manufacturing and QC of our products, and ensuring on-time shipment and delivery while providing an exceptional customer experience. You will collaborate with teams across the organization to drive project execution while building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. This position requires someone who can navigate ambiguity and succeed in a matrix environment. Your project management expertise and leadership will be critical in delivering impactful results that support business growth and operational excellence.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in project management leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
  • Preferred Fields of Study: Science, Engineering, Business Administration or related field
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred
  • Six Sigma/Lean certification a plus
  • Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies, tools and best practices
  • Leadership abilities with proven success managing teams through influence
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work with all levels
  • Experience managing project budgets, timelines, risks and stakeholder expectations
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously
  • Business acumen and strategic mindset
  • Problem-solving abilities and proactive approach to risk mitigation
  • Proficiency with MS Office suite and project management software
  • Experience in regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceutical, medical device) preferred
  • Knowledge of GMP/GLP, ISO and other relevant quality standards preferred
  • English communication proficiency required, additional languages a plus

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $83,300.00–$111,100.00.

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

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