Lead complex cross-functional projects supporting life science supply chain & distributionThe key focus is to support the requirements of ls supply chain & distribution, but project success often requires leading and coo rdinating the activities from across the wider life science functions (commercial, operations, finance, procurement, distribution, planning etc).
Projects will be a mix of internally and externally focused and can involve coordinating activities directly with key customers and suppliers as well as internal stakeholders
Projects fall into three categories, with multiple expected to be managed from each category at any one time:
Long term support for key vendors / customers / premium partnerships.
Medium term support for internal initiatives such as new product introduction, working capital initiative, helping supply chain coordinate business changes (regulatory, organizational etc)
Short term support identifying and coordinating resolutions for issues raised from within the ls business.
For each project the position is required to:
Determine the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and relevant leadership
Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress
Manage changes to the project scope & schedules, addressing requirements for new or changed activities as needed.
Ensure that projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget (if appropriate)
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
Report and escalate to management as needed
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Who you are:
Minimum qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of experience leading projects and / or process improvement initiatives.
3+ years of experience in a supply chain role would be a plus but not essential.
Experience leading projects within a global matrixed organization.
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor`s degree in science, business, technology or related field.
Highly skilled in project management techniques.
Strong computer / system skills (excel, teams, pm tools etc)
Strong problem solving / process improvement skills (situation appraisal, process mapping etc)
Strong data analyticsAbility to extract and review data from different sources (aera, merck erps etc
Have very strong managerial, influencing and coordinating skills.
Have strong ability to manage multi-functional, globally spread project teams.
Have strong problem-solving skillsBe able to dig into details to find root causes.
Be able to work independently and manage many projects in parallel, maintaining a high attention to detail.
Have adaptable leadership and management techniques to suit changing team needs – be able to identify and switch tactics to keep momentum and deal with unplanned / unexpected project events.
Have strong communication skillsBe able to communicate effectively (written & verbal) to global stakeholders both within and outside of merck at all levels.
Be a self-starter with good personal and time-management
Maintain a good sense of humour and rapport with stakeholders.
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If you are a resident of a connecticut, colorado or new york city, you are eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits, which we will provide upon requestYou may contact 855 444 5678 from 8:00am to 5:30pm et monday through friday, for assistance.
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Job requisition id: 242600
Location: milwaukee
Career level: d – professional (4-9 years)
Working time model:
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