Supervisor, Distribution

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

LOCATION: On-site Bridgewater, NJ. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. 

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

DESCRIPTION:

As the Supervisor of inbound and inventory, you will oversee inbound operations and inventory management processes at Thermo Fisher Scientific's Bridgewater, NJ facility. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring inventory accuracy, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance across distribution and warehouse operations while leading a high-performing team that supports efficient material flow and customer service

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead the inventory control team to achieve departmental goals, inventory accuracy targets, and operational objectives.

• Supervise and ensure all inventory control activities are performed in accordance with company procedures, quality standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, productivity, compliance, and cost reduction.

• Coordinate daily inventory control and warehouse activities, including receiving, putaway, storage, picking, shipping, and inventory transactions.

• Generate and maintain inventory performance metrics and monthly KPI reports for management review.

• Support cycle count programs, annual physical inventories, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities.

• Investigate inventory discrepancies, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, company policies, and DEA regulations related to controlled substances.

• Participate in the Corporate Controlled Substance Program (CSP) and support site compliance activities and audits.

• Monitor domestic and international shipments to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and company requirements.

• Lead daily management meetings to communicate operational priorities, safety initiatives, quality expectations, and performance metrics.

• Develop, coach, and mentor employees to build organizational capability and support career growth opportunities.

• Ensure sufficient staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to support daily operations and future business growth.

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Procurement, Finance, Quality, and Logistics teams to resolve inventory and operational challenges.

• Support Quality Assurance activities, including internal and external audits, corrective actions, and compliance initiatives.

• Assist with the development, review, and maintenance of SOPs, work instructions, and inventory control processes.

• Review inventory transactions, operational reports, and productivity metrics to identify improvement opportunities and ensure data accuracy.

• Support safety programs, incident investigations, and corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment.

• Collaborate with global and site leadership to implement best practices, standard processes, and operational improvements.

• Ensure timely reporting and communication of inventory status, operational performance, and compliance metrics to internal stakeholders.

• Supervise and coordinate daily receiving operations to ensure materials are received, inspected, and processed accurately and efficiently while meeting operational and service level requirements.

• Monitor receiving workflows, staffing levels, and resource allocation to maintain productivity and support business demands.

• Lead investigations into receiving discrepancies, damaged materials, and inventory variances, implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed.

• Support employee training and development by ensuring team members are qualified on receiving processes, systems, and standard operating procedures.

HOW YOU WILL GET HERE:

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in manufacturing, warehousing, supply chain, operations, or a related field.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, distribution, or supply chain environments.

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory, team lead, or people management experience.

• Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or life sciences preferred.

• Experience supporting DEA-controlled substances programs or highly regulated inventory environments is advantageous.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Inventory Management and Inventory Control Principles

• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP Systems

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Please note that this role requires working in an office, traditional warehouse, and chemical manufacturing setting.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided, including safety glasses protection, hi-visibility outerwear, and closed-toed footwear.

• Prolonged periods of sitting may be required, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unaided is necessary.

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation. 

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards