Sr. Specialist, Global Supply Chain AH GSCM

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Job Description MAIN ACTIVITIES Activity 1: GSCM Project Leadership Act as the GSCM lead for assigned strategic programs, including New Product Development (NPD) To provide supply chain expertise, launch readiness planning, and capacity-load analysis Activity 2: Production Transfer Management Lead internal production transfer studies Initiate and present comprehensive business cases through the "Management of Change" (MoC) process Activity 3: Risk Mitigation & Capacity Planning Proactively identify potential supply chain risks and bottlenecks using global capacity analyses Evaluate alternative scenarios and recommend mitigation plans Activity 4: Strategic Volume Planning Participate in the development of the annual Centralized Production Plan and the Assumption-Based Review (ABR) across multiple manufacturing sites Activity 5: Product Phase-In / Phase-Out (PIPO) Develop and execute transition ("switch") plans for PIPO projects in close partnership with key stakeholders, including manufacturing sites, R&D, Quality, and Master Data teams Activity 6: Tool Deployment Support the implementation and deployment of advanced planning tools (e.g., Aera) within the supply chain network REQUIRED SKILLS Know-how (ability to) Data-Driven Mindset: Exceptional analytical skills with a proven track record in complex data manipulation and translating metrics into business insights Influence & Stakeholder Management: Demonstrated ability to influence peers and senior leadership in a matrix organization without direct hierarchical authority Problem-Solving: Strong capability to dissect complex operational issues and propose structured, actionable solutions Knowledges Education: B.S. degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field (Advanced degree is a plus) Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, production planning, or manufacturing operations Systems Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced planning tools. APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) is highly desirable Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken) is mandatory for this global rôle Required Skills: Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Thinking, APICS CPIM, Budgeting, Business Acumen, Business Case Development, Business Development, Business Management, Capacity Utilization, Change Control Management, Data Analysis, Demand Forecasting, Detail-Oriented, Enterprise Leadership, Forecasting Models, Influencing Skills, Inventory Analysis, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Manufacturing Strategies, Master Data, Order Management, Personal Initiative, Planning {+ 9 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 09/22/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.