At a glance
Thermo Fisher Scientific is hiring a Sr Inventory Management Specialist in Boston, MA. It is a full-time role in Operations & Supply Chain, asking for at least 2 years of experience, first listed on November 1. The advertised pay is $20.62–$30.94 an hour. The description mentions Excel. Thermo Fisher Scientific has 99 other openings in the US, 5 of them in Boston, MA. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 18 Operations openings in Boston, MA today; the typical one asks for 7 years and advertises about $157,000 a year at the midpoint.
About this role
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)Job Description
Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm EST, Monday - Friday
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.
As a Sr Inventory Coordinator at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll contribute to maintaining accurate inventory management and ensuring smooth operations that support our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Working within Unity Lab Services, you'll manage inventory control activities at various locations, focusing on precise stock management and exceptional service delivery. You'll handle program replenishments, cycle counts, order processing, and inventory reconciliation while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. This position offers opportunities to implement process improvements and collaborate across departments to optimize inventory operations.
A day in the Life:
- Use handheld RF scanners and our mobile app to perform replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and back-order processing
- Receive and inspect shipments, scan and store items, and maintain cycle counts to guarantee up-to-date inventory records
- Own customer interactions—respond via email (our primary channel), follow up by phone, and assist internal partners to resolve questions and build trust
- Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement improvements that streamline daily workflows
- Uphold safety and organization standards in every work area by following site guidelines and wearing required PPE
- Proactively monitor stock levels and flag gaps or issues to prevent operational impacts
- May perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor
REQUIREMENTS:
• 2 years of inventory management or warehouse operations experience
• Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) are a plus
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Demonstrated ability to operate handheld scanners and inventory management systems
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and report generation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for investigating discrepancies
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to lift/push/pull 30-40 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Experience operating material handling equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts)
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in data entry and record keeping
• Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to work in various environments including cold rooms and warehouses
• Knowledge of safety protocols and GMP standards
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and work in temperature-controlled environments
• Must be able to wear required PPE including safety shoes, lab coats, and other protective
equipment as needed
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline.
- Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is often required.
- The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs. (up to 50 lbs. occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs.
- Standing, walking, and manual material handling are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments.
- Overtime work may also be necessary.
- As a condition of your employment with Thermo Fisher Scientific, you must successfully complete and satisfy Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements. Customer requirements may differ from or exceed Thermo Fisher’s criteria.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Confident using RF handheld scanners or mobile scanning apps and basic Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills—especially via email—and a friendly, solution-focused approach
Keys to Success:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
2–3 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience
Benefits
We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, 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!
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.
Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $20.62–$30.94.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
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