Supplier Marketing Manager

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

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.

DESCRIPTION:
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific's marketing team and contribute to our mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The Supplier Marketing Manager is responsible for managing and growing supplier-funded marketing investment through strategic account management and consultative selling of marketing solutions. This role owns key supplier relationships, develops annual marketing plans, and drives sustainable funding growth aligned with category and commercial strategies.

Lead strategic supplier marketing initiatives from conception to execution, working closely with product management, sales, digital marketing, and regional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives. Use data analytics and market insights to optimize campaign performance and drive continuous improvement. Build and maintain relationships with key supplier stakeholders while representing Thermo Fisher Scientific's values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supplier Account Management & Strategy

Own a portfolio of key and strategic supplier accounts
Serve as the primary marketing contact for assigned suppliers
Develop annual and multi-year supplier marketing plans aligned with category strategy
Identify growth opportunities and recommend tailored marketing investments

Consultative Marketing Sales

Sell integrated marketing programs including digital media, promotions, content, and events
Lead supplier discussions, presentations, and negotiations on scope, pricing, and discounts
Own revenue forecasting, pipeline management, and funding delivery targets

Campaign Strategy & Performance

Define campaign strategy and objectives in collaboration with internal teams
Review campaign performance and translate insights into optimization recommendations
Present results, ROAS, and forward-looking proposals to suppliers

Cross-Functional Leadership

Partner closely with Category, Sales, Merchandising, and Digital teams
Provide direction and prioritization to Supplier Marketing Specialists
Influence stakeholders to align supplier investment with business priorities

REQUIREMENTS:

Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in B2B marketing, preferably in life sciences, healthcare, or scientific industries
Preferred Fields of Study: Marketing, Business, Communications, Life Sciences, or related field
Additional certifications in Digital Marketing, Project Management, or related areas beneficial
Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing multi-channel marketing campaigns
Strong data analytics skills with ability to derive actionable insights from campaign metrics
Excellent project management capabilities and attention to detail
Advanced proficiency in marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, and digital marketing tools
Strong writing and content development skills across various formats and channels
Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships
Proven ability to work effectively in a matrix organization
Strong communication and presentation skills
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Ability to travel up to 25% as needed
Fluency in English required; additional language skills valuable