Hybrid Director, Commercial Strategy & Growth

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

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Director of Commercial Strategy Development to lead enterprise-critical commercial initiatives.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration with senior leaders to socialize and refine strategic options, build coalitions, and drive value creation through evidence-based recommendations. The ideal candidate has a blend of strategic consulting experience and biopharmaceutical exposure, with strong market insights and comfort navigating ambiguity in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; MBA or PhD preferred.
• 4+ years in strategy management consulting from top-tier firms (e.g., BCG, McKinsey, L.E.K., ZS, Kearney).
• Minimum 5+ years biopharmaceutical experience across diverse roles including US/global marketing and asset launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support development of enterprise critical commercial initiatives with executive leaders.
• Collaborate to implement commercial priorities requiring cross-divisional collaboration and negotiation.
• Develop and apply strategic frameworks to lay out options and drive final recommendations.
• Provide outside-in perspectives and contribute new ideas informed by industry trends.
• Partner with commercial leaders on launch planning and cross-divisional needs.
• Inform portfolio strategy with market and competitive perspectives for therapeutic areas.
• Manage internal and external associates dedicated to programs.
• Foster engaging, inclusive environments, and lead without authority on strategic perspectives.

Skills

Strategy consulting

Cross-functional influence

Ambiguity management

Executive communication

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or PhD preferred

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Director of Commercial Strategy Development to lead enterprise-critical commercial initiatives.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration with senior leaders to socialize and refine strategic options, build coalitions, and drive value creation through evidence-based recommendations. The ideal candidate has a blend of strategic consulting experience and biopharmaceutical exposure, with strong market insights and comfort navigating ambiguity in a