Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Location: Lenexa, Kansas (On-Site)
Travel: Up to 10–20%
When you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will do important work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues exceeding $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we provide the resources, opportunities and support needed for our teams to grow while helping solve some of the world’s toughest challenges—from protecting the environment and ensuring food safety to developing life-saving therapies.
This role is based on-site at the Lenexa, Kansas facility within the Microbiology Division (MBD) The division operates in a fast-paced environment focused on delivering high-quality products and processes that support our customers and the patients they serve.
The Project Manager III is a member of the Practical Process Improvement (PPI) team and reports to the Senior Manager of Practical Process Improvement
As a Project Manager III, you will lead strategic, cross-functional initiatives that drive operational excellence and business performance at the site level You will manage complex projects and the site project portfolio, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational priorities.
Through strong stakeholder engagement and disciplined project management practices, you will help advance Thermo Fisher Scientific’s mission while enabling continuous improvement across the organization.
Manage the site project portfolio, including initiatives related to New Product Introduction, Technology Transfer, Productivity improvements, and CAPEX investments.
Lead projects from initial concept through implementation and closure, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, resource planning, risk management, and communication strategies.
Track project performance and ensure expected business benefits and outcomes are achieved
Align project priorities with site leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
Facilitate stage-gate reviews, portfolio reviews, and project governance meetings
Provide regular project status updates and progress reports to senior leadership and key partners
Support data-driven decision making and remove barriers to maintain project momentum.
Lead or support PPI and operational excellence initiatives across the site.
Apply Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies to improve processes and drive sustainable results.
Standardize and promote project management best practices, tools, and methodologies across the site.
Lead and influence cross-functional teams within a matrixed organization
Coach project champions and stakeholders to clearly define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
Serve as a change agent, fostering collaboration and encouraging teams to identify and implement improvements.
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues
Ensure projects are executed on schedule and within budget while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, Engineering, or a related field
Project management experience required, leading complex, cross-functional initiatives. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Experience managing project timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations
Experience applying project management best practices and tools
Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies preferred.
Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, medical device, or life sciences preferred.
Experience in CDMO or commercial manufacturing environments preferred.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without authority.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
Ability to translate complex issues into clear insights and actionable plans.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and project management software
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Lean / Six Sigma certification
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
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.
For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
