Director, Global Clinical Supply & Partnerships

MSD Malaysia; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ seeks a Director for Global Clinical Supply to lead external partner relationships and ensure end-to-end packaging and distribution for 300+ trials. You will shape supplier strategies, govern performance, and partner across EPS and GCS to secure pipeline delivery.

The role requires 10+ years in pharma and 5+ years in clinical supply chain, with strong communication and cGMP expertise. Hybrid work and global responsibilities are possible.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in corporate environment within pharmaceutical or similar.
• Minimum 5 years in clinical supply chain, packaging operations and/or vendor management.
• Strong understanding of cGMP/GDP, including FDA and EMEA.

Responsibilities

• Defining and advancing partnership objectives, overseeing supplier deliverables and performance.
• Lead through influence across a complex matrix organization with key partners.
• Drive continuous improvement, process standardization, and governance maturity across GCS.

Skills

Clinical Supply Chain Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Data Analysis

Decision Making

Financial Stewardship

Problem Solving

Risk Management

Strategic Thinking

Vendor Performance Management

Vendor Relationship Management

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

Qlik Sense

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ seeks a Director for Global Clinical Supply to lead external partner relationships and ensure end-to-end packaging and distribution for 300+ trials. You will shape supplier strategies, govern performance, and partner across EPS and GCS to secure pipeline delivery.

The role requires 10+ years in pharma and 5+ years in clinical supply chain, with strong communication and cGMP expertise. Hybrid work and global responsibilities are possible.