Senior Program Manager, Comparator Strategy and Innovation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +2 more countries.

📋 Description

• Oversee the strategic management of high-value Biopharma customer portfolios while fostering sustainable business expansion.

• Formulate long-term comparator sourcing strategies that align with customer goals and business priorities.

• Recognize market opportunities, sourcing trends, and competitive advantages.

• Represent Comparator Services during Executive Business Reviews and strategic engagements with customers.

• Propel the innovation roadmap for Comparator Services.

• Act as the Product Champion by identifying complementary sourcing solutions and assisting with commercialization efforts.

• Create business cases for new sourcing capabilities, strategic supplier partnerships, and digital solutions.

• Guide pilot programs and coordinate the rollout of innovative sourcing models.

• Develop AI-driven sourcing strategies utilizing internal data, predictive analytics, and market intelligence.

• Collaborate with Digital and Analytics teams to implement AI use cases and automation opportunities.

• Establish and monitor KPIs that measure sourcing performance, innovation adoption, and business impact.

• Lead enterprise-wide initiatives across Commercial, Comparator Sourcing, Product Management, Procurement, Digital, and Supply Chain.

• Influence strategic decisions through collaboration with senior stakeholders.

• Foster innovation and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

• Conduct innovation workshops with Biopharma customers.

• Advocate for reverse distribution, local sourcing, and sustainable sourcing models.

• Serve as a trusted advisor on sourcing strategy and supply chain resilience.

• Keep abreast of industry trends and competitive intelligence.

• Represent Thermo Fisher at conferences and customer forums.

• Collaborate with Commercial leadership to establish Comparator Services as a leader in innovation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or clinical supply chain sector.

• Proven experience in leading cross-functional strategic initiatives.

• In-depth knowledge of comparator sourcing and clinical supply chains.

• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders without direct authority.

• Experience in leading digital transformation or AI-enabled projects.

• Background in Product/Program Management or as a Product Champion.

• Experience in developing business cases and commercializing new service offerings.

• Executive customer relationship management experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.