Head of Program Management at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Thermo Fisher Scientific Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biopharmaceutical, Contract ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific or engineering field or equivalent experience required
  • MSc. or PhD or equivalent experience preferred
  • PMP or Six Sigma certification is a plus
  • Strong foundation in GMP operations and biologics manufacturing
  • Skilled in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • 8+ years in the biopharmaceutical industry, including 5+ years in program or technical leadership
  • Experience in a Contract Manufacturing or Contract Development Organization preferred
  • Understanding of biopharmaceutical product lifecycles and clinical development
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage client-interfacing projects within a matrix structure
  • Demonstrated strong business insight in managing budgets and forecasting
  • Inclusive Leadership: Builds an environment where every team member can thrive
  • Critical Thinking: Connects daily decisions to long-term business goals
  • Clear Communication: Explains complex information simply and effectively
  • Collaborative Demeanor: Builds alignment across teams and functions
  • Customer Focus: Anticipates client needs and delivers outstanding experiences
  • Results Orientation: Balances quality, speed, and efficiency in execution
  • Continuous Improvement: Champions innovation and process excellence

Responsibilities

  • Lead Programs: Manage all stages of biologics programs, from process development to GMP production
  • Develop People: Coach, mentor, and empower team members to achieve their goals and improve program performance
  • Deliver Excellence: Anticipate challenges, align priorities, and ensure timely, on-budget delivery
  • Partner with Clients: Build trust through open communication, proactive planning, and effective issue resolution
  • Manage Financials: Track budgets, achievement payments, and change orders. Monitor program profitability and ensure business alignment
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Technical, Quality, and Operations leaders to align priorities and share insights
  • Improve Systems: Build and implement outstanding tools and processes that promote consistency and scalability

Skills

GMP
Program Management
Biologics Manufacturing
MS Project
Excel
PowerPoint
Budget Management
Client Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
PMP
Six Sigma

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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