Buyer III

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work, and you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

DISCOVER IMPACTFUL WORK:

We are seeking a highly motivated Procurement professional for Thermo Fisher Scientific Frederick site to procure goods and services in conformance with approved procedures at the best total cost with considerations for quality, reliability of source and vitality of need. Provides support for all aspects of procurement supplier negotiations, vendor analysis, cost reductions, expediting of orders and vendor relations.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3-4 years previous Procurement/Planning required.
• Experience with SAP, E1, Microsoft Office software including Work and Excel.
• Experience working within regulated industry (ISO 13485) and/or cGMP environment
• 2-3 years working in a highly regulated environment and/or life-sciences industry preferred
• Experience working in a global enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.
• CPIM or C.P.M or CSCP or equivalent certification preferred
• Experience using lean / 6-sigma tools

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Experience in project management

Please refer the Job description for details