Global SCM Transfer Specialist - Pharma Operations

Merck & Co.; De Soto (KS); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Benefits package

401(k)

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Sr. Specialist to lead North America GSCM strategy, scenario modeling, and end-to-end transfer execution. You will partner with Global Supply Chain, Regulatory, Finance, and Quality to optimize asset utilization and capital expenditure decisions.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain or tech transfer, strong SAP skills, and experience in regulated industries. Hybrid work arrangement and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree required in a technical field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years in supply chain management, production planning, site operations, or tech transfer execution.
• Experience managing large-scale product transfers or network integration in regulated environments is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Scenario Modeling: provide strategic supply chain insight and capacity modeling.
• Risk Management & Business Continuity: design bridge-stock and safety-stock strategies to prevent disruptions.
• Execution & Governance: coordinate switch plans with Donor/Receiving sites, Regulatory, Quality, and Master Data teams.
• Provides regular executive updates on transfer status and risk profiles to senior leadership.

Skills

Capacity Models

Capacity Planning

Cross-Functional Teamwork

Data Analysis

Data Visualization

Risk Mitigation

Scenario Planning

Supply Chain Analytics

Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Risk Management

Sustainable Business

Education

B.S. degree (Supply Chain/Engineering/Business Ops)

MBA or advanced degree a plus

Tools

SAP

Aera

APICS/CPIM or PMP

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking a Sr. Specialist to lead North America GSCM strategy, scenario modeling, and end-to-end transfer execution. You will partner with Global Supply Chain, Regulatory, Finance, and Quality to optimize asset utilization and capital expenditure decisions.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain or tech transfer, strong SAP skills, and experience in regulated industries. Hybrid work arrangement and competitive benefits are offered.