Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsAdherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, OfficeJob DescriptionWhen you join 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.Location/Division Specific InformationThermo Fisher ScientificLaboratory Equipment Division (LE)275 Aiken Rd | Asheville, NC 28804How will you make an impact?You will make an impact by collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and our extensive supply base to identify and realize improvements in quality, delivery, and price. Providing input to management such as shortages, design changes and improvements. Assist in developing and improving materials management procedures and continuously working toward developing a streamlined supply base. Manage supplier portfolio by working with category/sourcing to develop a robust & strategic supply chain.This position is 100% on-siteWhat will you do?
Placing PO’s and planning material requirements to support inventory, production, and customer requirements while maintaining cost objectives & quality expectations.
Review/resolve past due PO’s, reschedule requests, and expedite deliveries.
Practice core procurement fundamentals using SAP: managing PIRs (Lead Time, Pricing, EOQ, Safety Stock, Etc.); reviewing and acting on signals; updating order acknowledgments/delivery dates.
Lead materials supply and inventory levels (of assigned portfolio) to meet manufacturing goals. Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to update required data and communicate changes by using strong analytical skills to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and get results.
Support management & reduction of raw material levels by applying a lean mentality.
Support, contribute & lead material/cost/productivity efforts for assigned materials/suppliers.
Education
Associates degree or above preferred in supply chain/procurement or related field.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Requiring experience using ERP system (SAP), strong skills in MS office i.e. Excel, Word, Power Point and outlook.
Driven, results oriented, and motivated to work optimally without direct supervision
Critical thinking ability with "outside the box" mentality i.e. root cause analysis, impact assessment, problem solving /scenario analysis.
Strong organization skills with the ability to run and prioritize multiple tasks
Excellent communication & collaboration skills.
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/5-reasons-to-work-at-thermo-fisher-scientific) . As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.comThermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.