Thermo Fisher Scientific · 6 hours ago
Sr. IT Manager - Supply Chain
Rochester, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $195K/yr
10+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The Senior IT Manager - Supply Chain Applications will lead the strategy and implementation of technology solutions for supply chain operations, ensuring compliance and driving operational excellence through innovation and data-driven decision-making.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Work closely with the business develop and execute the IT roadmap for supply chain systems in alignment with business priorities and regulatory requirements
Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and IT leadership to ensure technology solutions meet both operational needs and compliance standards
Partner with global process owners to define system strategy and standardization across ERP, WMS, and automation systems
Champion innovation in warehouse and manufacturing automation, including robotics and data analytics, while maintaining strict adherence to validation and documentation controls
Lead implementation, enhancement, and lifecycle management of ERP systems (e.g. Oracle) supporting supply chain and manufacturing operations
Oversee design and delivery of Microsoft-based applications using Azure, Power Platform and .NET technologies to extend supply chain system’s capabilities
Manage a structured application backlog, ensuring prioritization based on business value, regulatory impact, and resource availability
Establish a product-oriented delivery model aligned with Agile or hybrid methodologies suitable for regulated environments
Working with in-house custom built applications and their migration to off the shelf, industry standard applications
Consolidation of application portfolio, driving simplification, operational efficiencies, and overall cost reduction Warehouse & Automation Technologies
Direct selection, deployment, and integration of different technologies that align to the supply chain functions needs and business requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives leveraging automation and data analytics to enhance accuracy, compliance, and throughput
Partner with engineering, operations, and quality to maintain validated states and audit readiness for automated systems
Ensure all supply chain applications and infrastructure are implemented and maintained in compliance with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and company quality system requirements
Promote a culture of compliance by embedding quality-by-design principles into project planning and execution
Own the supply chain IT governance process for prioritization, backlog management, and change control to balance compliance, innovation, and delivery speed
Lead a global team of IT professionals and business analysts fostering collaboration and accountability
Manage external partners and system integrators, ensuring compliance with company standards and quality requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of IT experience in life sciences industry with 5+ years in a leadership role
Proven track record managing ERP implementations and enhancements in regulated environments
Experience with Microsoft technologies (Azure, Power Platform, .NET) in GxP-compliant contexts
Demonstrated expertise in 21 CFR Part 11-compliant systems
Strong understanding of supply chain processes—planning, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and distribution—in a regulated environment
Deep knowledge of GxP, CSV, and validation frameworks across the system lifecycle
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
Demonstrated success managing product backlogs and balancing business priorities with compliance obligations
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
Leadership experience in matrix organizational structures
Change management and organizational transformation experience
Up to 25% travel may be required
Preferred
Experience with regulated environments (GMP, FDA, etc.) preferred
Benefits
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Marc Casper
CEO
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-21
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