Thermo Fisher Scientific

Director, Advanced External Manufacturing

Thermo Fisher Scientific

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Singapore • Singapore

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Lead

About the role

  • Lead a team in the development and deployment of a scalable engagement framework focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and risk management
  • Build and maintain strong, strategic partnerships with Contract Manufacturers to drive long-term value creation and performance improvement
  • Define and lead long-term strategic initiatives to drive sustainable cost reduction through innovation, automation, and Operational Excellence
  • Define, track, and drive execution of cost optimization initiatives, including backlog management, key performance metrics, Approved Vendor List (AVL) governance, and value chain optimization
  • Assess and adapt engagement strategies based on feedback to ensure alignment with Thermo Fisher’s operational goals
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, including quarterly business reviews and on-site workshops at Contract Manufacturer locations
  • Partner with Procurement and R&D to drive strategic sourcing and design changes, including supplier tiering and BOM optimization
  • Develop and standardize tools, training materials, and methodologies to ensure consistent and scalable execution across Contract Manufacturers

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Contract Manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, or operations strategy roles, with a strong focus on cost reduction and value engineering
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred
  • Strong engineering and advanced manufacturing background, including experience with automation, digitalization, and process optimization
  • Proven experience in Operational Excellence (Lean, Six Sigma, continuous improvement) within manufacturing environments
  • Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams in a global, matrixed environment
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including cost evaluation, financial modeling, and investment value assessment
  • Strong expertise in cost analysis, financial modeling, and return on investment tracking
  • Proven ability to develop and implement strategic frameworks across multiple business units
  • Experience in risk management, supplier performance management, and scalable solution deployment
  • Outstanding interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
  • Experience with digital manufacturing, data analytics, or Industry 4.0 solutions is a plus.
Benefits
  • Willingness to travel internationally up to 50%
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
cost reductionvalue engineeringautomationdigitalizationprocess optimizationOperational ExcellenceLeanSix Sigmafinancial modelingcost analysis
Soft Skills
leadershipinterpersonal skillsinfluencing skillsteam developmentcross-functional collaborationstrategic thinkingperformance managementcommunicationadaptabilityproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringBachelor’s degree in BusinessMaster’s degree (MBA or equivalent)Lean certificationSix Sigma certification