Lead Procurement specialist - Capex
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Lead Procurement specialist - Capex
Job Description
Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsOfficeJob DescriptionThe Lead Procurement Specialist – Capex is responsible for managing a portfolio of Capital Expenditure procurement projects across ThermoFisher Scientific CDMO sites, with an annual spend of approximately $250M. Operating as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, matrixed multinational environment, this role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Project Management teams to drive procurement activities from User Requirement Specification (URS) through to project delivery and commissioning.This role requires a seasoned procurement professional capable of engaging at senior levels of the organization, combining rigorous project management skills with strategic category expertise to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in full compliance with regulatory and quality standards.This role requires up to 50% domestic and international travel across various Thermo Fisher sites and Key suppliers’ locations.Scale of ResponsibilitiesPortfolio Management: Manage a Capex procurement portfolio of approximately $250M spanning Design & Construction projects and specialized CDMO equipment procurement across multiple ThermoFisher sitesSavings Delivery: Identify, quantify, and deliver bridgeable savings and cost avoidance opportunities across the assigned project portfolio, ensuring full savings tracking and reporting to Capex procurement leadershipCategory Ownership: Manage an assigned Capex sub-category of spend, developing and implementing sourcing strategies to optimize the supply base, mitigate risk, and leverage spend across groups, divisions, and regionsSupplier Governance: Drive supplier performance management through regular Business Reviews with key strategic suppliers, and establish regional or global Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)Reporting: Provide regular reporting on project advancement status, savings pipelines & realization status, and category performance to key stakeholders and Capex procurement leadershipTechnical ResponsibilitiesLead the full procurement lifecycle for Capex projects from URS definition and supplier pre-qualification through RFx, negotiation, contract award, delivery, and commissioningApply a structured Category Management approach to conduct spend analysis, identify sourcing opportunities, and develop multi-year sourcing strategies for the assigned Capex sub-categoryAnalyze market intelligence to assess cost drivers, supplier landscape, and technology trends, translating insights into actionable category plansDevelop and negotiate regional and global contracts (MSAs, SLAs, framework agreements) aligned with category strategy and ThermoFisher's procurement governance frameworkIdentify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting CDMO-specific technical, quality, and regulatory requirementsConduct supplier performance reviews (KPIs, scorecards, continuous improvement plans) and drive corrective actions where requiredPerform spend analysis and supply base rationalization to consolidate the supplier panel and maximize leverage across groups, divisions and regionsContribute to risk management activities: supply continuity planning, supplier financial health monitoring, geopolitical risk assessmentLeadership ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary Capex procurement interface for Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Project Management teams, ensuring full alignment between procurement strategy and project requirementsEngage and influence senior stakeholders across the organization to drive procurement best practices and category strategy adoptionCoordinate cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely decision-making and escalation managementShare best practices and market intelligence with the broader Global Capex Procurement communityEducation, Experience and AbilitiesMBA or Master's degree in Procurement, Engineering, Business, or a related field strongly preferred; Bachelor's degree requiredMinimum 10 years of experience in Capex projects procurement, and/or category management in mid-to-large multinational companiesProven track record in managing complex Capex projects, including Design & Construction and specialized manufacturing and/or equipment procurementExperience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, CDMO industries strongly preferredKnowledge of construction management principles and project lifecycle management is a significant plusDemonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global, and highly matrixed environmentStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence at senior levels of the organizationExperience working in highly regulated industriesSolid negotiation skills with demonstrated experience in global contract management (MSAs, SLAs, framework agreements)Strong analytical capabilities: spend analysis, cost modeling, market benchmarkingCPSM or equivalent is preferredFluent in written and spoken EnglishExperience in a continuous improvement environment with a track record of achieving significant year-over-year results
Locations
- USA, North Carolina, Greenville
Preferred Qualifications
- Fluent in written and spoken English (experience)
- Experience in a continuous improvement environment with a track record of achieving significant year-over-year results (experience)
Responsibilities
- Portfolio Management: Manage a Capex procurement portfolio of approximately $250M spanning Design & Construction projects and specialized CDMO equipment procurement across multiple ThermoFisher sites
- Savings Delivery: Identify, quantify, and deliver bridgeable savings and cost avoidance opportunities across the assigned project portfolio, ensuring full savings tracking and reporting to Capex procurement leadership
- Category Ownership: Manage an assigned Capex sub-category of spend, developing and implementing sourcing strategies to optimize the supply base, mitigate risk, and leverage spend across groups, divisions, and regions
- Supplier Governance: Drive supplier performance management through regular Business Reviews with key strategic suppliers, and establish regional or global Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Reporting: Provide regular reporting on project advancement status, savings pipelines & realization status, and category performance to key stakeholders and Capex procurement leadership
- Portfolio Management: Manage a Capex procurement portfolio of approximately $250M spanning Design & Construction projects and specialized CDMO equipment procurement across multiple ThermoFisher sites
- Savings Delivery: Identify, quantify, and deliver bridgeable savings and cost avoidance opportunities across the assigned project portfolio, ensuring full savings tracking and reporting to Capex procurement leadership
- Category Ownership: Manage an assigned Capex sub-category of spend, developing and implementing sourcing strategies to optimize the supply base, mitigate risk, and leverage spend across groups, divisions, and regions
- Supplier Governance: Drive supplier performance management through regular Business Reviews with key strategic suppliers, and establish regional or global Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Reporting: Provide regular reporting on project advancement status, savings pipelines & realization status, and category performance to key stakeholders and Capex procurement leadership
- Lead the full procurement lifecycle for Capex projects from URS definition and supplier pre-qualification through RFx, negotiation, contract award, delivery, and commissioning
- Apply a structured Category Management approach to conduct spend analysis, identify sourcing opportunities, and develop multi-year sourcing strategies for the assigned Capex sub-category
- Analyze market intelligence to assess cost drivers, supplier landscape, and technology trends, translating insights into actionable category plans
- Develop and negotiate regional and global contracts (MSAs, SLAs, framework agreements) aligned with category strategy and ThermoFisher's procurement governance framework
- Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting CDMO-specific technical, quality, and regulatory requirements
- Conduct supplier performance reviews (KPIs, scorecards, continuous improvement plans) and drive corrective actions where required
- Perform spend analysis and supply base rationalization to consolidate the supplier panel and maximize leverage across groups, divisions and regions
- Contribute to risk management activities: supply continuity planning, supplier financial health monitoring, geopolitical risk assessment
- Lead the full procurement lifecycle for Capex projects from URS definition and supplier pre-qualification through RFx, negotiation, contract award, delivery, and commissioning
- Apply a structured Category Management approach to conduct spend analysis, identify sourcing opportunities, and develop multi-year sourcing strategies for the assigned Capex sub-category
- Analyze market intelligence to assess cost drivers, supplier landscape, and technology trends, translating insights into actionable category plans
- Develop and negotiate regional and global contracts (MSAs, SLAs, framework agreements) aligned with category strategy and ThermoFisher's procurement governance framework
- Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting CDMO-specific technical, quality, and regulatory requirements
- Conduct supplier performance reviews (KPIs, scorecards, continuous improvement plans) and drive corrective actions where required
- Perform spend analysis and supply base rationalization to consolidate the supplier panel and maximize leverage across groups, divisions and regions
- Contribute to risk management activities: supply continuity planning, supplier financial health monitoring, geopolitical risk assessment
- Act as the primary Capex procurement interface for Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Project Management teams, ensuring full alignment between procurement strategy and project requirements
- Engage and influence senior stakeholders across the organization to drive procurement best practices and category strategy adoption
- Coordinate cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely decision-making and escalation management
- Share best practices and market intelligence with the broader Global Capex Procurement community
- Act as the primary Capex procurement interface for Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Project Management teams, ensuring full alignment between procurement strategy and project requirements
- Engage and influence senior stakeholders across the organization to drive procurement best practices and category strategy adoption
- Coordinate cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely decision-making and escalation management
- Share best practices and market intelligence with the broader Global Capex Procurement community
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