Global Clinical Digital Transformation Lead

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Merck & Co. seeks a Global Clinical Supplies Digital Transformation Leader to drive high-impact digital initiatives within the GCS digital roadmap.

The role owns strategy and execution for roadmap pillars, translating vision into operational reality with IT partners, business stakeholders, and external vendors. Responsibilities include leading critical digital initiatives, coordinating cross-functional delivery, managing change adoption, and tracking KPIs to maximize ROI while ensuring GxP

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field with strong science/tech background.
• Experience leading major technology implementations or digital transformations.
• Understanding of ERP systems (SAP) and data platforms.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic, high-priority digital initiatives in the GCS roadmap.
• Coordinate matrixed teams to deliver digital capabilities aligned with business needs.
• Oversee change impact assessments and end-user adoption strategies.
• Establish KPIs to measure adoption, efficiency gains, and ROI.
• Ensure GCS systems meet GxP and participate in SDLC deliverables.

Skills

Agile/Scrum

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Technical project management

Influencing skills

Change management

GxP knowledge

CSV practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Life Sciences, or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

RTSM/IRT systems

Advanced data platforms

Job description

Merck & Co. seeks a Global Clinical Supplies Digital Transformation Leader to drive high-impact digital initiatives within the GCS digital roadmap.

The role owns strategy and execution for roadmap pillars, translating vision into operational reality with IT partners, business stakeholders, and external vendors. Responsibilities include leading critical digital initiatives, coordinating cross-functional delivery, managing change adoption, and tracking KPIs to maximize ROI while ensuring GxP