2027 Future Talent Program - Associate Specialist Supply Chain Management

HireLifeScience; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits (401(k))

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an entry-level Supply Chain Planner to join our Manufacturing Division in a hybrid US-based role.

You will collaborate with Marketing, Finance, and Manufacturing to analyze demand forecasts, monitor supply plans, and address imbalances to ensure on-time, in-full delivery. The position emphasizes continuous improvement and cross-functional teamwork across global manufacturing networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Business, Supply Chain / Logistics, Pharmacy, Engineering / Biotechnology, Material Science, or related field.
• 1+ year experience in Supply Chain Management or related.
• Proficient MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong communication and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand demand forecasts and historical sales trends.
• Monitor supply plans to exceed service levels while maintaining inventory targets.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution & Logistics, Marketing and Finance to resolve imbalances.
• Maintain accuracy of demand and supply planning systems.
• Lead or participate in projects to improve business processes.
• Provide training and coaching to Demand Fulfillment Planners.

Skills

Adaptability

Data Analysis

Demand Analysis

Inventory Management

Supply Chain

Supply Chain Metrics

Supply Chain Operations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Kinaxis Rapid Response

Maestro

SAP ECC

Job description

Job Description

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a "Safety First, Quality Always" mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

Our company's Manufacturing Division, is a team of dedicated, energetic individuals who are committed to being the most trusted supplier of pharmaceuticals and health products worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, comprise an interdependent global manufacturing network that's committed to delivering compliant, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time, across the globe.

Job Functions:

• Collaborate with Marketing and Finance to review and understand demand forecasts, historical sales trends and demand drivers-
• Review and analyze demand forecasts provided by Business Alliance Management and Authorized Generic partners (where applicable).
• Monitor supply plans through Exception Management to exceed customer service levels while maintaining inventory targets and adhering to planning parameters.
• Manage resolution and communication of demand/supply imbalances through close collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution & Logistics, Marketing and Finance-
• Maintain demand and supply planning systems with a focus on data accuracy.
• Participate in Market/Brand S&OP-
• Ensure continuous improvement and drive changes for assigned products in order to support an evolving corporation
• Lead or participate in projects to improve business processes.
• Provide training, supporting and coaching to Demand Fulfillment Planners in professional knowledge and skills as well as handling of (potential) supply issues.

Job Tasks:

• Execute standard work to manage exceptions/escalations through our planning platform (Kinaxis Rapid Respone) and Supply Chain Escalation Management (SCEM) tool.
• Communicate with Demand Planning (DP) regarding regional Finished Goods (FG) allocations-
• Monitor distribution center inventory levels and manage replenishment and post-release activities to ensure product arrives to last internal customer / direct to customer on time and in full (OTIF)
• Expedite deliveries, as necessary, to meet customer demand and expedite any risks to meeting customer demand.
• Facilitate regional Tier 2, 3 or 4 meetings-
• Accountable for Finished Goods Inventory of Questionable Value (IQV) Process
• Drive Service Level Agreement (SLA) with the Markets
• Monitor Inventory Replenishment Levels (IRL) for Finished Goods
• Manage FG inventory for artwork changes, Last Authorized Shipping Date (LASD), and expiry to minimize discards

This is an entry-level full-time position. Individuals selected will need to be available to start their employment by August 2027.

Education Minimum Requirement:

• Bachelor's or master's-degree in one of the following: Business, Supply Chain / Logistics,-Pharmacy, Engineering / Biotechnology, Material Science, or any related Business or Engineering field, by the time of hire.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Proficient use of MS Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills-
• Capability to work well in a cross-cultural and cross-functional business setting

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 1 year experience in Supply Chain Management (Operations, Supply Planning, Demand Planning) or related.
• APICS Certification-
• Manufacturing / Operations experience
• Experience with Kinaxis Rapid Response/Maestro
• Experience with SAP ECC

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Data Analysis, Demand Analysis, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Chain Metrics, Supply Chain Operations

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.--As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.- For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:

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Salary Range:

$65,100.00 - $102,500.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.- Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .

The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

San Francisco Residents Only:

-We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only:

-We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Search Firm Representatives

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. -No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

10/16/2026

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Requisition ID:

R416665