Commercial Specialist I

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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.

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, where you'll support critical sales operations initiatives that enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Position overview:

As a Commercial Finance Specialist you'll support cross-functional teams in managing contract proposals, tender submissions, and budget processes with meticulous attention to detail.

You'll be coordinating sales activities, from initial opportunity identification through contract execution, while partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent delivery against deadlines. Create positive impact by optimizing processes, analyzing data, and providing actionable insights that drive business growth and customer satisfaction.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required, no prior experience required

• Preferred Fields of Study: Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

• Additional professional certifications or training in relevant areas preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel (pivot tables, formulas) and PowerPoint

• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, QAD) preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail

• Strong organizational and project management capabilities with focus on meeting deadlines

• Detail-oriented mindset with commitment to accuracy and quality control

• Ability to work effectively in a results-oriented environment

• Knowledge of commercial sales operations, revenue recognition, and contract management principles

• Experience with tender/RFP processes and documentation preferred

• Professional fluency in English required; additional language skills valued

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and process improvement mindset

• Strong customer service orientation with focus on building collaborative relationships

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain data integrity

What We Offer:

• Learning and development programme, ensuring you reach your potential

• Extensive benefits package based around the health and well- being of our employees

• Competitive salary

• Flexible working culture with work- life balance

• Collaborative and friendly environment

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 with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.