As a Category Cost Specialist, you'll develop complex category strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance, reduce costs, and ensure continuous improvement
Job Summary
As a Category Cost Specialist, you'll develop complex category strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance, reduce costs, and ensure continuous improvement.
The Mechanical Category Cost Manager is responsible for driving cost transparency, cost modeling excellence, and negotiation readiness across the assigned category.
Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, where you'll implement strategic procurement initiatives that make a meaningful impact on global healthcare, research, and environmental protection.
Matching Summary
As a Category Cost Specialist, you'll develop complex category strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance, reduce costs, and ensure continuous improvement.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
cost modeling strategies
total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses
supplier cost structures
cost analytics and recommendations
mechanical component manufacturing processes
Nice-to-have
continuous improvement methodologies
strong supplier relationships
global procurement standards
drive cost transparency
value engineering initiatives
Key Requirements
Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience
Demonstrated technical expertise relevant to the category
Proficiency in procurement and analytical tools
Experience in life sciences, biotech, pharmaceutical or regulated industries preferred