Director, Operations (f/m/d)

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

For the support of our team we are looking for a

Director, Operations – AAT

The Director, Operations AAT drives global operational excellence, productivity, and performance across multiple manufacturing sites supporting our instruments business. This leader defines and executes the operational strategy to deliver world-class production of sophisticated instruments and consumables.

Reporting to the CMD Vice President, Operations and Vice President/General Manager, AAT, this role is a key member of the AAT leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the global operations vision, strategy, and objectives for the AAT business
• Drive performance across a network of manufacturing sites, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance
• Translate strategy into results by implementing plans that enhance productivity, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
• Use financial insights to evaluate performance, identify growth and efficiency opportunities, and guide decision-making.
• Develop and manage the Annual Operating Plan (AOP); balance resources to achieve business goals in dynamic environments.
• Encourage collaboration across functions and regions to solve challenges and achieve shared outcomes.
• Champion continuous improvement using PPI and automation to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance capability.
• Cultivate a culture of safety, compliance, and customer focus across all operations.
• Build and mentor high-performing teams that deliver consistent results and embody Thermo Fisher values.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, or related field
• 10+ years of global manufacturing and operations leadership experience across supply chain, production, and quality
• Proven success managing multi-site or matrixed operations and delivering measurable improvements
• Expertise in Lean/PPI methodologies, driving efficiency and productivity across complex organizations
• Skilled at leading leaders, building accountability, and developing operational talent
• Strong communicator and influencer, effective across functions, regions, and levels
• Experience leading through change and crisis management
• Up to 35% travel required

What we offer:

• Employment with an innovative, future-oriented organisation
• Outstanding career and development prospects
• Company pension scheme and other fringe benefits
• Exciting company culture which stands for integrity, intensity, involvement and innovation

If you are interested, please apply online with your CV and Motivation Letter including possible start date and salary expectations.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 100,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Thermo 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, disability or any other legally protected status.

Why Thermo Fisher Scientific

Join a global team of 100,000+ colleagues who share a passion for Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. Together, we accelerate research, advance technology, and improve lives.
Explore the 5 reasons to work with us and apply today.

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If you are interested, please apply online with your CV and Motivation Letter including possible start date and salary expectations.