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Network Transfer Lead North America

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Merck logoMerck · - Kansas - DE Soto
Full-timeHybridToday
LeadershipProcess Improvement
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Requirements

  • Experience across the North America manufacturing network
  • Exposure to digital tools supporting manufacturing or transfer execution
  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections or audits
  • Understanding of global supply chain and network strategy

Benefits

The opportunity to play a key role in delivering high impact technology transfers across North America, contributing directly to supply continuity, network optimization and manufacturing excellence.You will work across regions, functions and technologies, building capability and driving performance in a dynamic and complex global environment. Benefits are competitive and aligned with the level and scope of the role.Animal HealthOur Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to improving the health, wellbeing and performance of animals and the people who care for them.Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals, we provide a broad portfolio of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and digital solutions, supported by strong research and development and a modern global supply chain.Required Skills:Capital Project Planning, Pharmaceutical Industry, Process Improvements, Project Management, Project Management Leadership, Project Planning, Technology Transfer, Technology Transfer ManagementPreferred Skills:Animal Health CareCurrent Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disabilityHealth insuranceVision insurance

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Job Description Shape the Future of Sterile Manufacturing Through Science, Technology and Leadership Our Global Animal Health Manufacturing organization brings together science, technology and operational excellence to ensure reliable supply of high-quality products to customers worldwide. To strengthen regional execution and leadership, we are seeking a Network Transfer Lead, North America to provide end-to end project management, team leadership and execution excellence across a critical portfolio of transfers. You will lead technical teams, ensuring alignment with global strategy and regional priorities, while delivering strong execution, operational excellence and supply continuity. You will work across functions and sites to embed standard practices, improve performance and enable consistent, high-quality outcomes across the network. Responsibilities Includes: Ensure end to end program alignment with global S&T Transfer Excellence strategy and regional business priorities Support regional network changes, product introductions and capacity expansions Lead and manage a team supporting technology transfer program planning and execution Oversee project plans, timelines, milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple transfer initiatives Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to ensure execution readiness and alignment Drive governance and communication across Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Process Development, Regulatory, and site teams Manage competing priorities and ensure effective escalation and issue resolution Support transfer programs involving small molecule and/or large molecule manufacturing Partner with technical teams to ensure project milestones are met and transfer risks are addressed Monitor progress against objectives and provide updates to leadership and stakeholders Support process scale-up and transfer readiness planning from a project management perspective Leverage digital tools and systems for project tracking, visibility, and execution management Support regulatory inspections and audits as needed from a planning and coordination standpoint Contribute to supply network planning and alignment with global supply chain strategy Coach and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability and execution excellence Minimum requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology or related discipline 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or technical operations 5+ years of experience managing projects or portfolios within a matrix organization supporting planning, coordination, and execution of technology transfer initiatives across small molecule and/or large molecule manufacturing sites Understanding of Small Molecule and / or Large Molecule manufacturing Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience in process improvement and operational excellence Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment

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