Associate Director, Clinical Supply Project Manager - Program - Hybrid

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick days

Annual bonus and long-term incentive

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking an Associate Director, Clinical Supply Project Manager for Global Clinical Supply Planning. This senior role leads program-level planning, coordinating clinical development, CMC, supply chain, and external partners to ensure steady drug supply across trials.

You will design strategic and operational plans for all clinical supply activities within assigned programs. You will manage timelines for bulk manufacturing, develop consolidated SAP forecasts, and oversee allocation

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in clinical supply planning, scheduling, and related biopharmaceutical functions.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills across cross-functional teams.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle and MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

• Lead program-level GCS Planning representation in meetings with clinical development, regulatory, and quality teams.
• Establish timelines for bulk manufacturing needs and drug product release across assigned programs.
• Maintain consolidated forecasts in SAP for all products in the program.
• Oversee bulk drug supply management and allocation across studies within programs.
• Identify and escalate significant supply risks; support budget and cost estimates for programs.
• Author documentation for labeling/packaging and CMC-related supply chain activities.
• Mentor new team members and support staff development.

Skills

Communication

Project management

SAP/Oracle

Excel/Office

Data analysis

GMP/GCP knowledge

Adaptability

Detail orientation

Portfolio management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/business/related

MS/MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Associate Director, Clinical Supply Project Manager - Program

Global Clinical Supply - Planning

The Global Clinical Supply (GCS) organization is accountable for managing the 'end-to-end' integrated clinical supply chain across our Research & Development Division 's portfolio of clinical trials. GCS is accountable for the planning, sourcing, labeling, packaging and delivery of clinical supplies to clinical sites globally. The GCS Planning (Planning) organization is the key interface between clinical development teams and the operational/executional arms within the business.

The Program Clinical Supply Project Manager (Program CSPM) serves as the primary program-level GCS point of contact representing the GCS Planning organization to customers both internal and external to GCS and serves as the lead GCS spokesperson at clinical and development related meetings. Working independently, the Program CSPM designs strategic and operational plans for all clinical supply activities associated with the clinical studies in their assigned compound(s)/ program(s). The incumbent must have demonstrated understanding of E2E product development process & connectivity between functions supporting pipeline (i.e. clinical development, CMC, supply chain, & human health), and balancing needs of patients & ensuring stable supply of product.

Primary activities include, but are not limited to:

• Interacts closely with key partner organizations (as a lead GCS Planning program representative) such as clinical development, regulatory, quality and other supply chain areas to negotiate timelines, strategies and other related topics for all clinical supplies across all assigned program(s).
• Responsible and accountable for establishing the timelines for bulk manufacturing-needs and release of drug product across assigned program(s).
• Works directly in the SAP system to establish a consolidated, visible forecast for all products used within the assigned program(s) (i.e. Bulk Drug Product).
• Oversees all bulk drug supply management and ensures proper allocation of drug product as needed across studies within assigned program(s).
• Responsible for identifying significant supply risks associated with clinical bulk activities in addition to serving in a lead role for clinical supply issue escalation within their program(s) (and subsequent manage thereof) to GCS Leadership.
• Responsible for the clinical supply budget for respective program(s)-and for supporting all protocol and program cost estimates requested by Product Development Teams.
• Responsible for authoring clinical supply documentation in support of labeling and packaging activities as well as supply chain documentation to support critical CMC activities.
• Support the collection of clinical supply chain metrics and/or participate in critical non-pipeline activities as a subject matter expert in a particular area of expertise.
• Mentors new team members and supports staff development, as needed
• Demonstrates high capability to solve unstructured problems, make informed risk decisions considering both technical & business risks, & influence portfolio decisions with facts and data
• Demonstrates ability to balance strategy with ability for tactical execution and has strong ownership & accountability of assigned work
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of clinical supply planning processes and systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to clinical supply planning and incorporate them into the team's operations.
• Contribute to departmental strategy and participate in cross-functional projects as required by the therapeutic area leadership to drive continuous improvement & efficiency efforts.
• Focus on Customers & Patients.
• Make rapid, disciplined decisions.
• Demonstrates Ethics & Integrity.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific, business, or related discipline required, MS/MBA preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in project management, clinical supply planning, scheduling, coordination and processing of supply chain activities, pharmaceutical development, clinical operations, or related biopharmaceutical functions.
• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills: ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at various levels, including cross-functional teams, senior management, external vendors, and clinical sites. Strong negotiation, influencing, and relationship-building skills to ensure alignment and collaboration in the supply planning process.
• Project Management Skills: strong knowledge of the principles of project management and clinical customer relationship management.
• Technical Proficiency: familiarity with supply chain systems and software (e.g. SAP or Oracle) and demand planning principles as well as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize supply chain processes.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Demonstrates ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the capability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities.
• Detail Oriented & Organized: strong attention to detail in managing complex supply chain activities; ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proactive approach to identify process inefficiencies, develop solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the clinical supply planning function.
• Proven record in project / portfolio management.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Clinical Practices (GCP) is highly desirable.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Proficiency in using supply chain management systems and software, including experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), demand planning tools, and inventory management systems.
• Familiarity with data analytics/visualization software.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements, quality procedures, and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) execution.

Required Skills:

Clinical Development, Data Analysis, Project Management, Strategic Thinking

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

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The primary location for this posting is:

USA - Pennsylvania - West Point

Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below.

The salary range for the primary location of this role is:

$142,400.00 - $224,100.00

This range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation of the base salary applicable to this role at the time of 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.

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".

Additional location(s):

Please note the salary range above applies to the Primary Location of the position. Where a role has other listed locations, different compensation guidelines may apply. You may find the salary ranges for additional locations below. If the salary range is not listed for the location you are applying to, our Talent Acquisition team will provide further information to you relevant to your location.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

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.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

No

Job Posting End Date:

10/30/2026

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Requisition ID:

R422498