$117,000 – $184,200
Listed on Merck’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
This role manages supply chain planning processes and SAP systems for a global clinical supplies organization, serving as a bridge between business needs and technology capabilities. It suits experienced supply chain professionals with deep SAP expertise who can standardize processes, lead cross-functional initiatives, and drive operational improvements in a pharmaceutical environment.
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Skills this role names
- Change Management
- Data Analysis
- Forecasting
- Process Analysis
- Project Management
- SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP)
- Supply Chain Planning
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What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years supply chain or planning support experience
- 3+ years working with SAP PP-PI
- Knowledge of forecasting, supply planning, and production scheduling
- Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate across functional teams
- Risk identification and escalation capability
- Strong relationship-building and change leadership skills
- Results-oriented with proven execution ability
Nice to have
- Expertise in system and business process design, optimization, and solution development in pharmaceutical or life sciences
- Experience with large-scale SAP implementations and master data migration
- Advanced supply chain planning tools experience (Kinaxis RapidResponse, OMP, or similar)
- Professional certification in Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies
- Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering with 5+ years experience, or Master's degree with 3+ years