Executive Director, Outsourcing Strategy & Analytics

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 242,000 - 403,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ, seeks an Executive Director to lead the PDMB Outsourcing team within Translational Sciences and Outsourcing (TSO). You will drive vendor strategy, budget forecasting, and data delivery across DMPK and BA assays, aligning with discovery and development goals.

You will promote a digitally-connected outsourcing model with automation and AI, coupling wet-lab with dry-lab capabilities to enhance speed, quality, and decision-making across the external network.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in bioanalytical development/validation and QC with expert knowledge of regulatory agency requirements for operating in a regulated clinical and GLP testing environment for both small molecules and biologics.
• Business and financial acumen including direct experience in forecasting, financial tracking and strategic vendor management.
• Demonstrated track record in establishing an inclusive and high-performance work environment through building talent, fostering collaboration, driving results and managing teams to drive innovation and scientific excellence.
• Excellent technical, communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with a positive attitude and proven performance record.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of ~35 professionals, including Senior Directors, PhD and BS/MS level scientists, including people management and oversight.
• Providing strategic, high-level scientific and operational leadership for the PDMB Outsourcing organization, including vendor strategy and budgetary guidance.
• Delivering on the discovery and development portfolio to support internal program decisions and regulatory filings around the world.
• Overseeing external research at >50 vendors worldwide to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance.
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement in external capabilities and internal sourcing/data processes.
• Identifying resource needs and contributing to resource allocation.
• Aligning departmental priorities with the TSO and PDMB vision.

Skills

DMPK

Drug Metabolism

External Partners

Financial Acumen

Outsourcing

Pharmacokinetics

Strategic Leadership

Team Management

Education

BS/MS/PharmD + 13+ years

PhD + 10+ years in drug discovery/development

Job description

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ, seeks an Executive Director to lead the PDMB Outsourcing team within Translational Sciences and Outsourcing (TSO). You will drive vendor strategy, budget forecasting, and data delivery across DMPK and BA assays, aligning with discovery and development goals.

You will promote a digitally-connected outsourcing model with automation and AI, coupling wet-lab with dry-lab capabilities to enhance speed, quality, and decision-making across the external network.