Director, Global Launch Excellence – Animal Health

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme seeks a Director, Launch Lead to drive end-to-end launch strategy and cross-functional coordination for animal health products. You will mobilize a global Launch Squad, align stakeholders, and manage risk across pre-NPDP through post-launch phases.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Launch Excellence & Portfolio Management, you will ensure a single view of launch readiness, performance, and timelines, partnering with R&D, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead through influence in a global, matrixed organization.
• Ability to connect product strategy with regulatory, supply, and commercial priorities.
• Experience supporting or leading product launches in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end launch strategy and planning across cross-functional teams.
• Establish governance, transparency, and performance measures for launch readiness.
• Coordinate global, regional, and market inputs to ensure integrated, realistic plans.

Skills

Enterprise Leadership

Strategic Acumen

Launch Excellence

Job description

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme seeks a Director, Launch Lead to drive end-to-end launch strategy and cross-functional coordination for animal health products. You will mobilize a global Launch Squad, align stakeholders, and manage risk across pre-NPDP through post-launch phases.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Launch Excellence & Portfolio Management, you will ensure a single view of launch readiness, performance, and timelines, partnering with R&D, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and