Sr Procurement/Sourcing Specialist

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Procurement Category Manager – Electrical and Mechanical component and equipment (OEM)

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a team that delivers meaningful work with global impact.

With over 130,000 colleagues worldwide, we bring our Mission to life every day — enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

You will find the resources, leadership support, and development opportunities to reach your full potential while helping to advance science, technology, and innovation.

How You Will Make an Impact

As the Procurement Category Manager for Electrical and Mechanical component and equipment (OEM), you will shape and execute global sourcing strategies that ensure supply continuity, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive value across diverse product categories.

Your work will directly support innovation, operational excellence, sustainability, and cost optimization while partnering closely with cross-functional teams. This is a role for a collaborative, forward-thinking professional excited to define and influence strategy and deliver measurable outcomes.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute the global category strategy for Electrical and Mechanical component and equipment (OEM), aligned with divisional and enterprise priorities.
• Build, lead, and maintain strategic supplier partnerships that enable innovation, supply assurance, and competitive advantage.
• Lead complex global sourcing initiatives including RFPs, contract negotiations, cost modeling, and supplier selection.
• Analyze market intelligence, industry trends, and risk indicators to proactively manage opportunities and vulnerabilities in the supply base.
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Product Management to align sourcing actions with technical roadmaps and operational needs.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance through KPI development, business reviews, and corrective action plans.
• Advance sustainability, diversity, and responsible sourcing initiatives within the supplier ecosystem.
• Leverage digital tools, data analytics, and automation to improve procurement processes and decision quality.
• Serve as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations to support long‑term strategic planning.

How You Will Get Here

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Experience:
  • 7+ years of strategic procurement or category management experience, ideally in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial equipment.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and managing complex categories and negotiating global agreements
  • Experience working in a matrixed, international environment and collaborating across functions.
• Skills and Expertise:
  • Strong analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Proven success leading strategic sourcing initiatives that deliver measurable cost savings, risk reduction, and innovation
  • Skilled negotiator with a proven ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
  • Knowledge of Electrical and Mechanical component and equipment (OEM) markets is a strong advantage.
  • Knowledge of category management frameworks, supply market analysis, and cost modeling.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities.
  • Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and creating a positive team culture.

What’s in It for You

We offer a competitive total rewards package, including base salary, annual incentive plan, comprehensive healthcare, company pension, and a wide range of employee benefits.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll work in an innovative, forward-thinking environment that values Integrity, Intensity, Involvement, and Innovation. You’ll have the autonomy to lead global strategies, influence business outcomes, and grow your career with purpose — all while contributing to a mission that makes a real difference in the world

EEO & Accessibility

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

We ensure individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations to participate in the hiring process, perform essential job functions, and access the benefits of employment. To request accommodation, please contact us directly.