Thermo Fisher Scientific
Sr. Manager, Program Management
Thermo Fisher ScientificLithuania2 days ago
Full-timeResearch, Science +1
Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:

As a Senior Manager of Program Management at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will lead strategic programs and projects that directly contribute to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. You will advance innovation and excellence across multiple business units by managing complex portfolios spanning R&D, new product introductions, and operational initiatives. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on program execution, requiring you to build and guide high-performing teams while ensuring successful delivery of critical projects. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, supporting portfolio governance, resource optimization, and standardization of program management best practices.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of program/project management experience in regulated environments
  • Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Life Sciences, or related technical field
  • 3+ years of people management experience
  • Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional programs from concept through delivery
  • Strong understanding of product development lifecycles and stage-gate processes
  • Experience managing portfolios with multi-million dollar budgets and revenue impacts
  • Expertise in program management methodologies, tools, and best practices
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and guide in matrix organizations without direct authority
  • Excellence in stakeholder management and executive-level communication
  • Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and business case development
  • Experience with project management software (MS Project, Smartsheet, PPM tools)
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies and ability to adapt approaches based on project needs
  • Strategic mindset with ability to align programs to business objectives
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Experience in regulated environments (GMP, FDA) preferred
  • Ability to travel up to 20%
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and project management tools
  • Experience building and developing high-performing teams
  • Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities
  • Professional level fluency in English

WE OFFER:

  • Stability and security: comprehensive health, life, investment and accident insurance, providing long-term financial security;
  • A great everyday work experience: 70% discount on company cafeteria meals, free company shuttle buses, an on-site gym and additional employee discounts;
  • Growth and development opportunities: Lean and professional training programs, leadership development initiatives and access to the Thermo Fisher e-University;
  • Well-being and health benefits: free flu vaccinations, on-site health screening days and various wellness initiatives;
  • Recognition and community: employee recognition programs, team-building initiatives, volunteering opportunities and a family-friendly work environment.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 120,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and

contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

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.

Compensation

The monthly salary range estimated for this position based in Lithuania is €5 150,00–€7 725,00.