Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse

Job Description

Supply Chain Specialist

Location: Woolloongabba, Brisbane, Australia
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

About the Role

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. As a Supply Chain Specialist within our Drug Substance business, you will play an important role in supporting the flow of materials, information, and products across the supply chain to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Warehousing, Logistics, and Planning teams, you will help maintain inventory accuracy, support material availability, coordinate supply chain activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that support the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day supply chain operations across planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, and distribution activities.

• Maintain and monitor material transactions and inventory data within SAP and other business systems.

• Assist with inventory management activities, including stock reconciliation and inventory accuracy initiatives.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support material availability and timely delivery.

• Support domestic and international shipping activities, including documentation and compliance requirements.

• Analyze supply chain data and contribute to operational reporting and performance metrics.

• Identify and support process improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency, quality, and service levels.

• Ensure activities are performed in accordance with company procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Build effective working relationships across multiple business functions to support operational objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or internship exposure within supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, operations, or warehousing environments.

• Experience using SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

• Knowledge of inventory management, procurement, logistics, or materials planning processes.

• Understanding of regulated manufacturing environments such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, food, or chemical industries.

• APICS certification or progress toward certification.

• Experience working with supply chain performance metrics and reporting.

What We Offer

Health & Wellbeing

We prioritize the health and wellbeing of our colleagues through comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related matters.

Flexibility

We support work-life balance through flexible work arrangements where appropriate.

Extra Leave

Enjoy generous leave benefits, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company-paid parental leave.

Charitable Giving & Volunteering

Make a difference through paid volunteer time supporting causes and organizations that matter to you.

Learning & Development

Invest in your future with access to Thermo Fisher University Plus, LinkedIn Learning, mentorship opportunities, and ongoing professional development programs.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Australia WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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