Supplier Relationship Specialist III

About the role

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Supplier Relationship Specialist III to independently manage supplier relationships and performance within the Clinical Research Group. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure suppliers meet cost, quality, delivery, and compliance expectations while driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Own day‑to‑day supplier relationship management for assigned suppliers or categories.
• Translate business and study requirements into measurable supplier performance objectives.
• Lead routine supplier performance reviews, corrective and preventive actions, and risk identification.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Cost of Ownership principles to improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Quality, Clinical Operations, and Finance to resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain supplier dashboards, scorecards, and performance analytics.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in Supplier Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Operations in a regulated environment (pharma, biotech, medical device).
• Experience with clinical trials is highly preferred.
• Advanced degree or certifications (Lean, Six Sigma, PMP) are a plus.

Required skills

• Lean methodology
• Six Sigma methodology
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis
• ERP and QMS systems
• Data analytics and dashboard creation

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact global health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
• Access to resources for career development and professional growth.
• Collaborative, mission‑driven work environment.