Sr Director MBD Strategy and Programs

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Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. leads the global scientific community, generating an annual revenue of approximately $40 billion.

Our Mission is to empower our customers to contribute to a healthier, cleaner, and safer world. Our diverse team of over 100,000 colleagues provides access to innovative technologies, convenient purchasing options, and pharmaceutical services through our renowned brands.

The Microbiology Division (MBD) is part of Thermo Fisher Scientific's Specialty Diagnostics group and is recognized globally as a leading manufacturer of culture media and other microbiological diagnostic products.

How you will make an impact :

As the Senior Director MBD Strategy and Programs, you will report into the Division President and provide strategic thought leadership and program management on key areas affecting the success of the division :

• Driving the long-term business strategy development addressing mergers and acquisitions, partnering and organic growth.
• Supporting initiatives that involve multiple divisions to leverage TFS's extensive resources and capabilities.
• Managing strategic internal and external partnerships and contracting.
• Program managing cross-functional initiatives around divisional strategic focus areas.

A critical part of this role will be the ability to translate strategy into actions and partner with MBD Divisional Leadership Team to implement.

What you will do :

PROGRAM MANAGE DIVISIONAL STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS

Be a contributing leader of the division leadership team, ensuring cross-functional collaboration and achievement of growth targets and overall business results.

Lead the planning, execution, and management of cross-functional projects supporting strategic focus areas :

• Select key strategic projects to program manage at the division level.
• Establish program governance structure, gaining alignment on roles and responsibilities for project teams.
• Identify stakeholders involved in the program, understand their needs and expectations, and manage their involvement.
• Hold routine program status review meetings with project teams, monitoring performance indicators and project goals.
• Coordinate regular meetings with executives to ensure informed decision-making for successful program delivery.

Develop the strategy

• Collaborate with functional teams across the division to gather input for critical planning and projects.
• Develop global intelligence gathering, analysis, and communication processes to support business strategy development.
• Monitor industry developments and technological advancements to inform strategic decision-making.
• Develop and implement MBD’s 5-year strategic plan (STRAP) in partnership with the division leadership team.
• Define and develop the Strategy Council to monitor execution of the STRAP.
• Prepare and share periodic executive reports on the progress of strategic projects.

Develop the business

• Develop and drive M&A and partnering strategy for the division.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, including clients and industry experts.
• Develop a deep understanding of different customer segments and their needs.
• Build market models based on research; evaluate initiatives for business attractiveness.
• Identify and recommend inorganic growth opportunities through strategic partnerships and acquisitions.
• Lead research and analysis for assessing fit, feasibility, and profitability of growth opportunities.
• Manage relationships with key partners and negotiate legal agreements.

How will you get there?

• University degree in business, life sciences, diagnostics, health care or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in strategy and market analysis.
• Industry knowledge with experience in defining strategic roadmaps in regulated life sciences companies.
• Demonstrable experience in M&A, Partnerships, and Licensing.
• Customer-focused attitude with a solid grasp of customer behavior.
• Excellent strategic, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong track record of driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Culturally sensitive; lived and / or worked in multiple countries.
• Fluency in English plus one other language advantageous.
• Approximately 25% travel.

Benefits :

We offer competitive remuneration, an annual incentive plan, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative organization and outstanding career prospects.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer. We do 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.

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