Job Information
ThermoFisher Scientific Senior Program Manager in Brno, Czech Republic
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Senior Program Manager and contribute to driving innovation and excellence across our organization.
Our Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry team develops and manufactures cutting-edge instruments, consumables, and software solutions for analytical sciences and scientific research. Our comprehensive workflow solutions supercharge productivity and efficiency in food and beverage testing, environmental and industrial testing, biopharma QA/QC, toxicology, and anti-doping. Our products are pivotal in scientific research, supporting multiomics, drug discovery, and clinical research, driving advancements in these vital fields.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Leadership
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from feasibility to commercial launch
Develop and execute comprehensive project plans aligned to business objectives
Ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards
Cross-Functional Leadership
Lead cross-functional core teams (R&D, Product Management, Product Marketing, etc.)
Coordinate global stakeholders and drive collaboration
Translate complex technical topics into clear executive-level communication
Governance & Communication
Maintain structured reporting (e.g., dashboards for Leadership Team)
Provide clear status updates and risk visibility
Communicate effectively across teams and senior leadership
Risk & Strategy Management
Identify and mitigate program risks
Ensure alignment to strategic priorities
Monitor progress and drive accountability across the organization
Qualifications:
6+ years of project/program management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field; PMP preferred
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with budgets exceeding $3M
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, PPM Pro)
Proven stakeholder management and executive communication skills
Experience driving organizational change and working within matrixed organizations
Strong risk management, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred
Ability to travel up to 20%
Experience in life sciences, manufacturing, or related industries preferred
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.