Assoc. Dir., Biologics VCM Product Manager

$122,800 - $193,300/Yr

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany - Rahway, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Rahway, NJ

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Biologics VCM Product Manager (PM) plays a crucial role in the Manufacturing Division's product supply chain strategy, aligning with Global Human Health (GHH) commercial goals. This position involves supporting the development and execution of end-to-end product supply strategies for Biologics products, impacting cost, quality, customer service, and compliance. The PM will lead cross-functional teams to develop multi-year product strategies, manage supply chain risks, and ensure successful product launches.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading cross functional Supply Chain Working Group (SCWG) for pipeline products or Value Chain Management Team (VCMT) for commercial products
• Support and/or lead commercial siting selection, supply chain design, and value stream mapping
• Assist in gaining alignment and endorsement for supply chain strategic elements through senior stakeholder management
• Develop and maintain product supply chain lifecycle strategies through Product Master Plans (PMP)
• Support management of post-approval physical product enhancements and process changes
• Manage product supply chain Integrated Risk Management (IRM) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
• Assist in Global Filing and Launch (GFLS) strategy development
• Support development of Cost of Goods projections through the product lifecycle
• Help manage the interface with GHH on the global long-range demand forecast
• Engage in resolution of global product supply disruptions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Supply Chain Management
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience
• Breadth of experience in large molecule (biologics/vaccines) operations, technology, quality, and/or supply chain
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional matrix teams through strategy/project development and execution
• Knowledge of functions supporting the business including Product/Process Development, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain and Commercial Operations
• Understanding of manufacturing, testing and release processes for products
• Understanding of regulatory strategy with respect to new product introduction and lifecycle management
• Ability to engage with Research colleagues to ensure product robustness and quality
• Ability to design and optimize product supply chains to deliver on necessary capacity, cost, and performance
• Strategic thinking and ability to assimilate complex inputs into an integrated strategy
• Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions and influence direction in ambiguous situations
• Strong business acumen including understanding of financial product and network management
• Understanding of product commercial strategy to inform supply strategy
• Assertiveness and ability to persuade and influence decisions
• Proactive mindset and eagerness to identify potential product and supply risks
• Proficiency in project and portfolio management tools and techniques
• Strong data analysis skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree or higher in related discipline

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility
• Long term incentive if applicable
• Health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• Retirement benefits
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Sick days