Manager PPI
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
As a Manager, PPI Business System at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will implement transformational change through our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Business System. In this impactful role, you'll work closely with business leadership to establish and develop continuous improvement practices that enable profitable growth, enhance customer experience, and increase employee engagement. You will support the implementation of lean methodologies and guide teams across functions to achieve significant performance results.
Job description
You will lead strategy deployment, facilitate cross-functional improvement initiatives, and build organizational capability in PPI tools and methodologies. Through mentoring and training, you'll help develop a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving excellence. Your expertise in lean principles will help optimize processes, reduce waste, and deliver measurable business impact across customer, financial, people, and quality metrics.
This role offers the opportunity to implement meaningful change at an organization dedicated to serving science, working collaboratively with teams to make significant contributions to helping customers make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
Requirements
- Experience implementing continuous improvement/lean methodologies in a matrix organization
- Preferred Fields of Study: engineering, science, operations, business or related field
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification desired
- Additional certifications in PPI, project management or continuous improvement methodologies beneficial
- Demonstrated expertise in lean tools including: Strategy Deployment and Value Stream Mapping, Tiered Daily Management Systems, Gemba Walks and Leader Standard Work, Kaizen Events and Problem-Solving Methods, Visual Management and 5S
- Strong influencing and change management skills with ability to engage across the organization
- Excellent project management capabilities and track record of delivering measurable results
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication, facilitation and presentation skills
- Demonstrated success developing and mentoring teams
- Experience with financial analysis and benefits tracking
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and continuous improvement software
- Ability to travel up to 30% as needed
- Experience in regulated industries (pharma, medical device) preferred
- Knowledge of GMP/quality systems beneficial
- Ability to work independently and lead through influence
Company overview
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. The company's mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With over 100,000 employees globally, Thermo Fisher provides an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through its industry-leading brands including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. The company serves customers across healthcare, life sciences, applied markets, and pharmaceutical sectors, offering solutions that accelerate research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, and increase laboratory productivity. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Thermo Fisher operates globally, delivering critical scientific products, services, and workflow solutions that support researchers, organizations, and companies in addressing some of the world's most pressing issues.