Director of Operations

3 weeks ago


Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom Thermo Fisher Scientific Full time

Company Overview

We are Thermo Fisher Scientific, a leading global provider of innovative life sciences and laboratory technologies. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Director of Operations to lead our Microbiology Division operations in EMEA. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing operational leadership to four sites across EMEA with over $200 million revenue and approximately 420 FTEs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver on the Annual Operational Plan and drive efficiencies.
  • Be accountable for the sites' Safety, Health, and Environmental obligations within the UK.
  • Promote a customer-first culture and ensure their needs are understood and delivered upon.
  • Drive efficiency savings and productivity projects.
  • Build and develop a leadership team capable of carrying out needed operational strategies and employee development activities.

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years business experience showing clear progression through Operations leadership roles.
  • Minimum 5 years leading operations with a mid-sized manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of production of culture media and immunodiagnostic techniques preferred.
  • Experience working in healthcare manufacturing or similar regulated environment with a strong safety and quality culture using data to deliver performance improvements.

Salary: We offer a competitive salary of £120,000 - £180,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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