General Manager, Mt Prospect

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher, you’ll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The General Manager coordinates all activities performed by various departments (Operations, Supply Chain, Client Services, Quality, Engineering, Facilities, and EH&S) within the Fisher Clinical Services Mt. Prospect site. The position is responsible for formulating and administering long-range goals and strategies to achieve site targets and support divisional initiatives. The General Manager is fully P&L responsible for the site. The General Manager also plays a key role in developing and growing strong customer relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA in business or engineering/sciences
• 10 years of production operations and/ or supply chain experience
• 5 years management experience
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
• Results oriented with strong decision-making ability
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate people
• Well-developed communication and customer skills

• Customer Experience: cultivate a customer-centric culture that drives a positive client experience by ensuring strong proactive communication and achieving agreed upon timelines
• Quality: ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) throughout every area of the site
• Strategy: determine optimal strategies to meet growth and financial targets, including CapEx plan, org structure, staffing design, etc.
• Colleague Experience: create a positive work environment that fosters development, high morale, and low turnover
• Financials: monitor and react to financial reports including pending/forecasted sales, revenue, spending, and profitability
• Management/Development: provide coaching, guidance, and mentorship to direct reports and the entire site, and hold team accountable for achievement of goals
• Demonstrate and promote the company vision
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs