Director, Contract Manufacturing Engineering

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Job Description

When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.

The job:

Sitting within our Global Business Services team, the Director of Contract Manufacturing Engineering plays a critical role in driving Thermo Fisher’s cost-out strategy through Contract Manufacturing partnerships. This role will work closely with teams in R&D, Finance, Procurement, and Operations, ensuring that our Contract Manufacturers deliver measurable improvements in cost efficiency, quality, and scalability.

This role is office-based at our Budapest, Hungary site, with the option to work from home 1 to 2 days pw.  Regular international travel will be required – up to 50% of working time, including overnight stays.

What will you do?

• Lead a team through the development and deployment of a scalable engagement framework focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and risk management
• Define critical metrics, including total savings, number of Contract Manufacturers engaged, and return on investment timeframes
• Drive the execution of the existing backlog of Contract Manufacturer cost-out ideas, AVL control, make/buy decisions, and footprint/value chain opportunities
• Assess and adjust engagement in response to feedback to ensure ongoing alignment with Thermo Fisher’s operational goals
• Conduct quarterly reviews to assess performance, gather feedback, and identify lessons for future improvements. May include running workshops at the CM site
• Lead the rollout of the engagement framework to all prioritized Contract Manufacturers, with continuous refinement to improve scalability and alignment
• Engage Procurement and R&D to drive strategic changes, such as advocating for tier-2 supplier adjustments or unlocking BOM items for Thermo Fisher-directed suppliers
• Develop training materials to ensure consistent framework execution and standard methodologies for cost reduction

Who we are looking for:

• 12+ years in Contract Manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, or operations strategy roles, with a strong focus on cost reduction and value engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred
• Team leadership including, evaluating costs, developing financial models, and measuring the value of investments
• Strong background in cost analysis, financial modeling, and return on investment tracking
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic frameworks across multiple business units
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with an ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Experienced in risk management, continuous improvement processes, and scalable solution deployment
• High proficiency in building strategic partnerships with Contract Manufacturers and internal teams
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to synthesize data into actionable strategies for Contract Manufacturer engagement
• Strategic Vision: Capability to translate high-level strategic goals into executable plans with measurable outcomes
• Problem-Solving: Expertise in identifying inefficiencies and developing practical, scalable solutions
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to respond to changing business needs
• Highly proficient in English (both written and spoken)

What’s in it for you:

We offer competitive remuneration, an annual incentive plan bonus scheme 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.