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Reporting into the director of Distribution Components and Systems, the Director, Logistics and Distribution Technology will be responsible and accountable for technical support for distribution and logistics of Drug Substance, Dug Product and Finished Goods images globally. The organization is responsible for providing Subject Matter Expert technical support to the internal and external manufacturing sites as well as Third Party Logistics providers to ensure robust, compliant supply. The organization provides guidance on distribution qualification activities for shock and vibration as well as thermal protection system testing and qualification and leads execution of qualification of complex systems. The Director will lead a team of cross functional technical experts to characterize the real-world experience and enable translation into standard work development for distribution related characterization across packaging platforms to ensure protective packaging designs.

The successful candidate will have organizational, technical, and project leadership experience commensurate with leading a global, cross-modality technical teams. The leader will also be responsible for executing on priorities for the organization and the successful completion of projects, through strong scientific excellence, technical rigor, robust problem solving and strategic decision making. The candidate will be expected to build inclusive, collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders such as packaging and manufacturing sites, supply chain management, regulatory, analytical, and packaging commercialization. The successful candidate will display ownership and make informed cost/benefit decisions based on analysis of inputs, outcomes, risks, and company-wide prioritization.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for development of standard work to characterize the real-world distribution environment, and to translate that into distribution related characterization of packaging systems.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure that all platforms meet safety, efficacy, quality, and robust supply standards.

• Ensure thorough engineering and distribution packaging science is applied to deliverables for new product introductions and technology transfers across the network.

• Lead the development, design, construction, qualification/ validation and/or initial operation of complex tertiary packaging components and processes, including environmental (temperature, shock, etc.) monitors, using new or existing technologies for new and commercial human health products including active pharmaceutical ingredients, drug substance, drug product, finished goods including combination products, and samples.

• Drive scientific rigor, technical problem solving and execution excellence including interrogation of the data/ science through technical reviews and exploring alternative ways to view and solve problems to achieve results.

• Drive proactive risk management activities, including risk assessment, risk mitigation, and risk communication strategies.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including commercialization, quality, analytical, regulatory, manufacturing, and Supply Chain to facilitate effective technical support. This includes above site support for significant investigations, complaints monitoring and rapid response activities.

• Manage a portfolio of work, holding the team accountable to deliver on priorities

• Remain informed of current Good Manufacturing Practices, cGMP, and Good Distribution Practices, cGDP, and requirements and industry trends as described in worldwide regulations and industry standards

Minimum Education Requirements and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in packaging, mechanical, chemical, biochemical engineering, pharmaceutical science or chemistry or related fields with fifteen (15) years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical packaging, combination product assembly and packaging, or related technical fields; OR

• Master of Science (MS) in packaging, mechanical, chemical, biochemical engineering, pharmaceutical science or chemistry or related fields with twelve (12) years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical packaging, combination product assembly and packaging, or related technical fields; OR

• PhD in packaging, mechanical, chemical, biochemical engineering, pharmaceutical science or chemistry or related fields with eight (8) years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical packaging, combination product assembly and packaging, or related technical fields

Required Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role, managing technical team in support of packaging or distribution operations, or related functions.

• Demonstrated experience with development and qualification of package design and/or distribution/ transportation technologies for pharmaceutical products including parenteral and/or medical device and combination products.

• Strong understanding of distribution technologies (e.g. cold-chain, thermal protection systems, temperature profiles, monitoring technologies, shock, and vibration), processes and operations across internal and external partners and third-party logistics providers.

• In-depth knowledge of global regulatory requirements for distribution including good distribution practices.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with an ability to interrogate the science, identify true requirements, and detect critical flaws

• Able to guide key activities including development of standard work, investigations, and problem solving

• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and implementing best practices in technical support

• Strong strategic and analytical thinking, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and implementing best practices in technical support.

• Ability to determine areas of potential risk, generate gap analysis and mitigation strategies

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Expected US salary range:

$153,800.00 - $242,200.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here (https://www.benefitsatmerck.com/) .

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

02/8/2025

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Requisition ID: R332209