Digital Transformation Strategy Analyst - Hybrid

Merck; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking a strategic IT liaison for DSCS to help shape engagement models and drive digital initiatives across discovery, analytical, drug substance, and clinical supply functions. You will partner with IT teams and product line leads to align capabilities with business needs and ensure effective stakeholder communication.

The role emphasizes GMP understanding, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to translate business goals into digital improvements within a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, biology, chemistry, or related scientific field.
• Ability to build credible partnerships across DSCS and IT.
• Understanding GMP and CMC interface with manufacturing.
• Knowledge of IT portfolio and external technology landscape.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the strategic planning efforts of the DSCS Business Technology Partner and assist with design and discovery.
• Identify, support and partner with multi-disciplinary teams in DSCS and IT to execute projects.
• Communicate IT strategy and portfolio to stakeholders in R&D and IT and drive digital thinking.
• Develop current and future landscapes for CMC overlaid with digital capabilities.
• Collaborate with Product Line Leads to ensure best UX and appropriate tools.
• Foster digital thinking with DSCS Digital Teams and explore digital innovation opportunities.

Skills

Relationship Building

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Digital Transformation

Communication

Problem Analysis

GMP Knowledge

CMC Understanding

IT Portfolio Knowledge

Cross-functional Collaboration

Business Process Improvements

Product Management Awareness

Project Execution

Strategic Design

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, biology, chemistry, or related scientific field

Job description

Merck is seeking a strategic IT liaison for DSCS to help shape engagement models and drive digital initiatives across discovery, analytical, drug substance, and clinical supply functions. You will partner with IT teams and product line leads to align capabilities with business needs and ensure effective stakeholder communication.

The role emphasizes GMP understanding, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to translate business goals into digital improvements within a hybrid work