Director, Small Molecule VCM Product Leader

$164,800 - $259,400/Yr

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany - Wilson, NC

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Wilson, NC

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Small Molecule VCM Product Leader (PL) is responsible for leading the end-to-end supply chain strategy for one or more products within the Manufacturing Division. This role involves developing and executing product supply strategies that align with commercial goals, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring effective governance and stakeholder engagement. The VCM PL plays a critical role in supply chain design, risk management, and lifecycle strategies, impacting cost, quality, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional Supply Chain Working Group (SCWG) for pipeline products or Value Chain Management Team (VCMT) for commercial products.
• Lead commercial siting selection, supply chain design, and value stream mapping.
• Gain alignment and endorsement for supply chain strategic elements through senior stakeholder management and appropriate executive governance forums.
• Develop and maintain product supply chain lifecycle strategies through Product Master Plans (PMP).
• Manage product supply chain Integrated Risk Management (IRM) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP).
• Lead Global Filing and Launch (GFLS) strategy development to gain cross-divisional alignment on scope and timing.
• Develop and maintain Cost of Goods projections through the product lifecycle.
• Support network/platform strategies driven by long-term pipeline evolution.
• Manage the interface with the company on the global long-range demand forecast.
• Engage in resolution of global product supply disruptions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience.
• In-depth experience in operations, technology, quality, and/or supply chain.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a cross-functional matrix team through complex strategy/project development.
• Knowledge of functions supporting the business including Technology, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain, and Commercial.
• Understanding of product development lifecycle and integration of CMC and clinical strategy.
• Ability to design and optimize product supply chains to deliver on necessary capacity, cost, and performance.
• Strong business acumen including understanding of financial product and network management.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree or higher in related discipline.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Proficiency in project and portfolio management tools and techniques.

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