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Thermo Fisher Scientific

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Science
    Product
  • Milan

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant Bachelor’s degree, experience in Microbiology, product management skills, analytical abilities, project management experience, and familiarity with global business environments.
  • You will manage SKU health projects, suggest product retirements, evaluate profitability, optimize portfolios, collaborate across divisions, and create tailored solutions for key customers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or similar field.
  • Experience within Microbiology, preferably as a scientist, salesperson, or marketer.
  • Experience in Product Management of life science or technical products and services, including conducting product lifecycle analysis and rationalization projects.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Project management experience.
  • Familiarity with working in a global/international business environment.
  • Proficient in English, additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Full ownership and accountability of the annual SKU health project, that includes:
  • Product discontinuation - Suggest product retirements and related alternatives working with Product Management, Sales, Regional marketing and Tech support; evaluate EBITA impact with Finance; forecast production ramp down of retired products and ramp up of alternatives with Operations; conduct change controls activity; work with Marketing Ops and Regional Marketing to define the accurate communication plan to customers.
  • Price adjustment. Evaluate the product profitability and suggest price adjustments, making sure to remain driven in the market.
  • Optimization. Work with Operations and Product Management and propose solutions to reduce portfolio complexity.
  • Ownership of certain business lines in the food molecular portfolio:
  • Collaborate with other divisions of Thermo Scientific.
  • Definition of the rules of engagement, technical service, payment terms, minimum order quantity, transfer prices.
  • Creation and ownership of the Tailored Solution project, aiming at introducing specific custom-made products and services to key customers.

FAQs

What is the work schedule for the Product Lifecycle Specialist position?

The work schedule is standard, Monday to Friday.

Is international travel required for this role?

Yes, international travel (approximately 10% per annum) is required, specifically to sites in Basingstoke (UK), Wesel (Germany), and Lenexa (USA).

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or a similar field is required.

What type of experience is preferred for applicants?

Experience within Microbiology is preferred, ideally as a scientist, salesperson, or marketer, along with experience in Product Management of life science or technical products.

Are proficiency in languages other than English beneficial for this role?

Yes, proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

What kind of projects will the Product Lifecycle Specialist oversee?

The role involves managing the annual SKU health project, which includes product discontinuation, price adjustments, and portfolio optimization.

What opportunities for career progression does Thermo Fisher Scientific offer?

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers excellent career progression opportunities within the company.

What does the company value in its workforce?

Thermo Fisher Scientific values diversity and inclusion within its workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Is project management experience required for this role?

Yes, project management experience is required for the Product Lifecycle Specialist position.

Will I have to collaborate with other divisions within the company?

Yes, collaboration with other divisions of Thermo Scientific is part of the responsibilities of this role.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific

The World Leader In Serving Science

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.