Clinical Supplies Project Manager (Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellow)

About the role

The Global Clinical Supply (GCS) organization is accountable for managing the 'end-to-end' integrated clinical supply chain across the full portfolio of clinical trials. GCS supports more than 300 Phase I-IV clinical trials run in-house, 400+ outsourced or run by partners, and 300+ clinical trials. GCS is accountable for the planning, sourcing, labeling, packaging and delivery of clinical supplies to clinical sites across more than 60+ countries, in accordance with US and Global regulations, company policies, and Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with various organizations, as a lead GCS Planning program representative, such as Clinical Sciences and Study Management (CSSM), Regulatory, CMC, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Formulation Development, and Global Development Quality as necessary to address drug supply related topics.
• Works directly in the SAP system to establish a consolidated, visible forecast for all study product needs (Bulk Drug Product and Clinical Finished Goods).
• Responsible and accountable for utilizing key tools in the planning and managing of clinical supplies for assigned program(s).
• Supports the collection of clinical supply chain metrics to describe business health and the identification of areas for operational improvement.
• Initiates non-Merck marketed drug product planning activities for new protocols.
• Serves in a support or lead role for clinical supply issue escalation to GCS Leadership (as issue owner or in support of other CSPMs that support assigned programs).
• Mentors new team members and supports staff development, as needed.
• Participates as a lead business process owner or SME in a particular area of expertise. Champions and drives identified business process improvement initiatives, as needed.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in project management.
• At least 3 years of experience in planning, scheduling, coordination and processing of clinical supply activities, or the equivalent.
• Understanding of MRP systems and demand planning principles.
• Strong organizational, time management and problem solving skills.
• Results oriented with the proven ability to execute on collaborative projects and develop subject matter expertise.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and relationship skills along with high personal integrity, credibility, and energy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and initiatives appropriately to mitigate supply risks.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with change management and leading process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, business, or related discipline required, MS/MBA preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to negotiate, resolve conflicts and engage in decision making as well as partner and influence across functional areas and organizations.
• Strong knowledge of the principles of project management and clinical customer relationship management.
• Knowledge of drug development, production, distribution, shipping, destruction, and reconciliation processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of order management, supply chain operations and document control.
• Experience leading teams and developing direct reports.
• Familiarity with data analytics/visualization software.
• Familiarity with SAP as an ERP/MRP system.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements, quality procedures, and SOP execution.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to negotiate with key stakeholder groups and drive/influence results in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

Company Information

This posting is for the Hiring Our Heroes, Corporate Fellowship 2026 - Cohort 3. Candidates must be transitioning service member fellows who will complete the program within the last 180 days of transition from military service. The fellowship will be 12 weeks long. US And Puerto Rico Residents Only.

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This is an unpaid, 12-week training fellowship hosted by our company, aligned with DoD SkillBridge guidelines. This is not an offer of employment. Participants are ineligible to receive employment benefits. This opportunity is exclusively for active participants in the Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) Corporate Fellowship Program.

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