Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Ops Finance

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are important to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop outstanding career experiences and perspectives. Ranked #95 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list and with revenues of more than $40 billion, you’ll discover endless opportunities to grow a rewarding career as part of the world leader serving science. Senior Manager, Supply Chain Operations Finance (f/m/d) Location / Division Specific Information Reporting to the Director, Ops Finance, the Senior Manager, Supply Chain Operations Finance is a key leader responsible for the financial management of Supply Chain Finance. This position will directly support the Director, Supply Chain and work closely with the GBS Procurement team, and local site teams. Discover Impactful Work Lead all aspects of the Supply Chain finance function with a focus on delivering differentiated business performance through partnerships with Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leadership. This role demands strong technical acumen, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver differentiated financial performance. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of Supply Chain finance, encompassing SIOP planning, Sourcing savings validations, and inventory management processes including the alignment across business units / operations teams. Establish efficient and effective processes and measure what matters in a way that provides appropriate real-time insights. Drive robust, standardized, and transparent financial reporting related to Supply Chain metrics to ensure sound manufacturing execution and behaviors are applied by the operating teams. Lead discussions on performance of the Supply Chain function and drive recommendations and influencing outcomes to achieve common goals. Support effective inventory management contributing to a strong cash performance for the division and reducing scrap and E&O exposure globally. Ensure compliance and controllership discipline is applied through all aspects of operations decisions, following policies and US GAAP. Oversee development of annual volume assumptions budgets and periodic forecast requirements ensuring alignment to commercial forecasts through the SIOP process. Identify business risks and mitigating opportunities during the quarter to enable the delivery of financial targets in the annual operating plan (AOP) or appropriate forecast. Oversee the Supply Chain finance function, ensuring resources are effectively deployed. Build, manage, coach and develop resources (team of 1 direct report) creating a high performing finance team that influences positive outcomes. Apply a continuous improvement mindset with the ability to embrace outside/in thinking that advances the organization’s finance agenda. Act as a trusted business partner to the Supply Chain Operations Leader and create an environment to both challenge and support operations and business leaders with sound financial guidance and strategic insights. Deliver actionable insights to drive execution of output requirements, on-time delivery commitments, and product quality targets. Provide strategic financial partnership and direction to the operations team optimizing inventory risk management, and capital optimization. Education An undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting or related field is required; MBA or CPA desired. Experience A minimum of 8 years of progressive finance experience with management experience inclusive of finance leadership roles and/or deep operations finance expertise. Proven track record delivering exceptional results through a cross-functional team. Strong manufacturing operations knowledge with proven experience partnering with Operations and supply chain leaders to drive cost & inventory optimization. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Outstanding leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. Proven as an experienced, confident and mature manager and business partner. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrix environment. Digitally savvy, with exceptional analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Strong communication skills in English, both oral and written, with all levels of management. Strong systems and analytic capabilities including HFM, SAP, & Process Automation. Possess a strong set of personal and business values that coincide with those of the 4I’s (Integrity, Intensity, Innovation & Involvement). Physical Requirements / Work Environment Works in an office environment. May, on a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Occasionally, walking and lifting up to 20 lbs. is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Occasional travel may be required. The physical demands described above are representative of what is needed to complete this work. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to be successful. Benefits We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. 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, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr