Transportation Manager

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.

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals.

The Transportation Manager, under the guidance of VP of Supply Chain and in collaboration with the Site Operations managers, provides leadership in managing the overall inbound/outbound freight lanes and costs. Initially this position will be an individual contributor focused on delivering customer centric service, supporting the IOLS efforts and drive PPI across CMD.

What will you do?

• Lead the Operation and Team at side in Allschwil and Rheinfelden
• Own the transportation functional efforts for all activities across Switzerland and Germany
• Provide the necessary training to internal personnel in all aspects of cost-effective freight lane management while obtaining best in class service
• Develop and deliver communication/awareness sessions for internal customers on the concepts and use of Logistics services.
• Serve as the technical expert in matters of complex Logistics and Compliance
• Own the PPI efforts for Logistics / Freight costs across all Business Units and sites, driving continuous improvements
• Own the daily support of the implemented services
• Collaboratively work with the Corporate Logistics organization to implement best in class practices and supporting Corporate initiatives
• Provide supporting tools/presentations/programs/and templates for Logistics/Freight across our businesses.
• A role model in leading with the Thermo Fisher Scientific culture of 4 I’s.
• Will support the development and implementation of the Lean Supply Chain process.

Experience and Education:

• 5-10 years of related experience within 3PL activity logistics required with international health care/pharma experience, primarily as a freight forwarder Bachelors degree highly preferred
• German and Englisch is a must (Frech is a nice to have)

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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