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General Management Graduate Leadership Development Program

Thermo Fisher Scientific
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Jul 2026
💰 $175,000/yr($165,000/yr$175,000/yr)

About the role

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Why Join Us? 

The General Management Graduate Leadership Development Program (GM GLDP) is an accelerated opportunity to develop the vital competencies and experiences needed for a career as a General Manager. 

 

As a global company with opportunities spanning multiple businesses, functions, and locations, applicants are required to be geographically flexible and mobile for the GM GLDP and post-program. Rotational assignments and full-time placements are based on business needs and organizational priorities at the time of selection. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and a requirement of the position. 

 

Strategic Business Impact 

The GM GLDP is a three-year program set to occur between July 20, 2027 – July 2030. Participants will complete three, twelve-month rotations that provide strategic direction while gaining proficiency with our diverse functional areas, business units, and regions. Learning opportunities will include: formal development sessions, dedicated Executive Mentorship, utilization of our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology, and a network of outstanding LDP alumni. Critical capabilities for the GM GLDP include:  

  • Balancing Financial and Business Levers  

  • Commercial Acumen  

  • Product or Service Management  

  • End-to-End Operations  

 

Compensation 

Our GM GLDP offers a starting salary of $165,000 in addition to the following as part of the total compensation: Annual Incentive Plan, Sign-on Bonus, Equity Grant, and Relocation Assistance 

 

What We Look For 

Academic Background & Work Experience: 

  • MBA student completing their degree between December 2026 – June 2027 with an Undergraduate degree in one of the following: Business, Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field of study. 

  • 3+ years (5+ preferred) work experience post-Undergraduate degree – ideally gained in large, forward-thinking, global organizations. Experience in Life Sciences or STEM-related industry required. 

  • 1+ years experience managing direct reports. 

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