Unified Facilities Management Program Specialist

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers impactful work globally, empowering employees to innovate solutions for major challenges.

How will you make an impact?

The UFM Program Specialist is essential for the success and longevity of the UFM program in North America. They facilitate the shift to a unified structure, improving operations, supplier performance, and collaboration with partners. This role is crucial for achieving value, cost efficiency, and service consistency within a varied site portfolio over five years.

What will you do?

Scale of Responsibilities

• Program Implementation & Transition:

Take charge of the shift from the current Site Services delivery model to the Unified Facilities Management (UFM) structure throughout North American sites.

1. Coordinate site-level mobilization, readiness assessments, and risk mitigation strategies

Ensure continuity of services and minimal disruption during supplier transitions

• Governance & Supplier Management:

Chair regular governance meetings at site, regional, and executive levels

1. Monitor and report on performance compared to SLAs and benchmarks; raise concerns as necessary

Manage glidepath/savings mechanisms and validate results with GBS Finance

• Engaging with Collaborators

Partner with DPPs, Site Leaders, and Finance to ensure alignment on program goals and adoption

1. Act as the primary point of contact for UFM suppliers in North America

Facilitate communication and change management across sites with site procurement partners

Technical Responsibilities

• Operational Efficiency:

Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

1. Implementing guidelines and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and compliance

Monitor important metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring efficient performance

• Program Analytics & Reporting:

Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track program performance, supplier compliance, and cost savings

1. Support executive-level reporting and strategic decision-making with data-driven recommendations

• Risk & Compliance Management:

Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier transitions, service delivery, and regulatory compliance

1. Collaborate with Legal, EHS, and Compliance teams to uphold corporate governance

How will you get here?

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a similar field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with an emphasis on managing significant initiatives and conducting data analysis
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in advanced data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau)
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams
• High level discretion and confidentiality
• Hands-on manufacturing and/or supply chain experience is preferred
• Experience in life sciences, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries is a plus

Benefits:

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company pension, and a range of employee benefits!

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

EEO/Reasonable Accommodation:

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Individuals with disabilities can request accommodations for the application process, job functions, and employment benefits.