Buyer/Planner I

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover impactful work, innovative thinking and a culture dedicated to working the right way, for the right reasons - with the customer always top of mind. The work we do matters, like helping customers find cures for cancer, protecting the environment, and delivering COVID-19 solutions. As the world leader in serving science, with the largest investment in R&D in the industry, our colleagues are empowered to realize their full potential as part of a fast-growing, global organization that values passion and unique contributions. Our commitment to our colleagues across the globe is to provide the resources and opportunities they need to make a difference in our world while building a fulfilling career with us.

This role is based at our Chakan, Maharashtra facility supporting Analytical Instrument Group. The facility is ISO 9001 certified site. At this location we provide Environmental Process Monitoring solution to customers.

The Assistant Manager Sourcing drives the supplier management processes to meet company objectives. Collaborates with a cross-functional team of project management, technical, quality, finance and other key colleagues to prioritize sourcing initiatives, develops sourcing strategies, negotiates contracts, supports spend migration from incumbent to preferred suppliers, and runs preferred supplier relationships.

• You will be actively handling Procurement to Pay (P2P) process.Monitor market intelligence and key trends to refine buying plans to support business requirements.
• Negotiate pricing and supply contracts to ensure fair market value while protecting our company's interests.
• Handle inflation, sourcing savings, and purchased-part variances (PPV) to ensure operational goals are achieved.
• Collaborate with the Marketing and Operations leadership to handle inventory and supply demands against the forecasts for standard product lines.
• Work closely with the project teams to ensure material deliveries and sourced products are aligned to meet customer expectations.
• Actively participate in New Product Development & Introduction (NPDI) teams to help secure materials and vendor contracts.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Mechanical, Master’s degree in SCM will be an added advantage

Experience -

• Experience in vendor management to consistently improve performance and quality
• Previous experience in procurement for manufacturing or project based sourcing and a proven track-record of management in a similar role will be preferred.
• 5 years’ relevant procurement/sourcing experience in a EMS/ Electronics procurement in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in Vendor Development, Inventory Management Strategies, Inventory Control Tools, Material Planning
• Additional experience in planning, manufacturing, quality, or engineering subject areas desired.
• Familiar with ERP operating systems like SAP and MS Office.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Solid understanding of buying strategies, supply chain processes, and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and Presentation skills.
• Excellent knowledge of SAP systems.
• Ability to handle Import Procurement Process

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.