2027 Future Talent Program - Associate Specialist Supply Chain Management
MerckJob Description Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. Our company's Manufacturing Division, is a team of dedicated, energetic individuals who are committed to being the most trusted supplier of pharmaceuticals and health products worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, comprise an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering compliant, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time, across the globe. Job Functions Collaborate with Marketing and Finance to review and understand demand forecasts, historical sales trends and demand drivers. Review and analyze demand forecasts provided by Business Alliance Management and Authorized Generic partners (where applicable). Monitor supply plans through Exception Management to exceed customer service levels while maintaining inventory targets and adhering to planning parameters. Manage resolution and communication of demand/supply imbalances through close collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution & Logistics, Marketing and Finance. Maintain demand and supply planning systems with a focus on data accuracy. Participate in Market/Brand S&OP. Ensure continuous improvement and drive changes for assigned products in order to support an evolving corporation Lead or participate in projects to improve business processes. Provide training, supporting and coaching to Demand Fulfillment Planners in professional knowledge and skills as well as handling of (potential) supply issues. Job Tasks Execute standard work to manage exceptions/escalations through our planning platform (Kinaxis Rapid Respone) and Supply Chain Escalation Management (SCEM) tool. Communicate with Demand Planning (DP) regarding regional Finished Goods (FG) allocations Monitor distribution center inventory levels and manage replenishment and post-release activities to ensure product arrives to last internal customer / direct to customer on time and in full (OTIF) Expedite deliveries, as necessary, to meet customer demand and escalate any risks to meeting customer demand. Facilitate regional Tier 2, 3 or 4 meetings. Accountable for Finished Goods Inventory of Questionable Value (IQV) Process Drive Service Level Agreement (SLA) with the Markets Monitor Inventory Replenishment Levels (IRL) for Finished Goods Manage FG inventory for artwork changes, Last Authorized Shipping Date (LASD), and expiry to minimize discards This is an entry-level full-time position. Individuals selected will need to be available to start their employment by August 2027. Education Minimum Requirement Bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following: Business, Supply Chain / Logistics, Pharmacy, Engineering / Biotechnology, Material Science, or any related Business or Engineering field, by the time of hire. Required Experience And Skills Proficient use of MS Office, particularly Excel Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Capability to work well in a cross-cultural and cross-functional business setting Preferred Experience And Skills Minimum 1 year experience in Supply Chain Management (Operations, Supply Planning, Demand Planning) or related. APICS Certification Manufacturing / Operations experience Experience with Kinaxis Rapid Response/Maestro Experience with SAP ECC #EBRG's #VetJobs FTP2027 FT2027 Required Skills Adaptability, Data Analysis, Demand Analysis, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Chain Metrics, Supply Chain Operations Preferred Skills Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US And Puerto Rico Residents Only Our company is …