MSD Ireland
Director, Value Chain Management Product Leader
MSD Ireland, West Point, Pennsylvania, us, 19486
Overview
Value Chain Management (VCM) is the accountable organization for our company's Manufacturing Division product supply chain strategy in alignment with Global Human Health brand/franchise commercial goals. The Small Molecule VCM Product Leader (PL) is the end-to-end supply chain lead responsible for developing and executing product supply strategies for one or more products, including supply chain design, global filing and launch strategy, long-range demand vs capacity planning, integrated risk management, cost of goods projections, post approval change management and lifecycle strategies. The VCM Product Leader leads cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a multi-year product strategy, drive investments across the product supply chain, and ensure alignment with enterprise level product lifecycle planning and manufacturing network optimization. This is a highly integrative role requiring strong operations, technical knowledge, leadership, talent management and exceptional communication skills. Position can be located in Europe or the United States.
Primary Responsibilities Include (not exhaustive)
Lead cross-functional teams for pipeline and commercial products.
Lead supply chain design and value stream mapping.
Gain alignment and endorsement for supply chain strategic elements through senior stakeholder management and executive governance forums.
Develop and maintain product supply chain lifecycle strategies through Product Master Plans (PMP) and network orchestration including: product enhancements, cross-product considerations, process and method changes, and productivity projects.
Manage product supply risk through Integrated Risk Management (IRM) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP), including identification and prioritization of mitigation strategies.
Lead Global Filing and Launch (GFLS) strategy development to gain cross-divisional alignment on scope and timing.
Develop and maintain Cost of Goods projections through the product lifecycle.
Support network strategies driven by long-term pipeline evolution and cross-functional teams implementing manufacturing network expansion.
Interface with GHH on long-range demand forecast and engage with VCM Operations Research COE on supply models and scenario analysis.
Resolve global product supply disruptions and establish long-term strategic supply chain alternatives.
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Supply Chain Management or related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree or higher in related discipline
Required Experience And Skills
Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience.
Strong background across manufacturing operations, technology, quality, and supply chain.
Proven ability to lead global, cross-functional teams through complex strategy/project development and execution.
Knowledge of business functions including Technology, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain and Commercial.
Understanding of product development lifecycle and integration of CMC and clinical strategy to ensure robust launch.
Ability to design and optimize product supply chains to deliver on capacity, cost, and performance as measured by KPIs.
Strategic thinking to integrate inputs into an enterprise-aligned strategy.
Horizontal and vertical leadership to maximize cross-functional team outcomes.
Strong business acumen including financial analysis, COGS, risk management and financial stewardship.
Ability to understand product commercial strategy to inform supply strategy.
Assertiveness, influence, accountability, and timely decision-making in ambiguous situations.
Proactive mindset to identify risks and opportunities across value chains.
Proficiency in project and portfolio management tools and data analysis for decision making.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to present clear recommendations to executives.
Required Skills Adaptability, Business Continuity, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Commercial Strategies, Communication, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Cross-Functional Communications, Customer-Focused, Data Analysis, Driving Continuous Improvement, Financial Risk Management, Inventory Control Management, KPI, Leadership, Proactive Approach, Production Planning, Product Lifecycle, Product Risk Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Supply Chain Analytics, Supply Chain Metrics, Supply Change Management, Vendor Selection
Preferred Skills Current Employees apply HERE. Current Contingent Workers apply HERE.
Equal Employment Opportunity As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Additional Details US and Puerto Rico residents only; hybrid work model in the U.S. Salary range: $169,700.00 - $267,200.00. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentives. Travel up to 10%. No visa sponsorship. Job posting end date: 10/22/2025.
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Value Chain Management (VCM) is the accountable organization for our company's Manufacturing Division product supply chain strategy in alignment with Global Human Health brand/franchise commercial goals. The Small Molecule VCM Product Leader (PL) is the end-to-end supply chain lead responsible for developing and executing product supply strategies for one or more products, including supply chain design, global filing and launch strategy, long-range demand vs capacity planning, integrated risk management, cost of goods projections, post approval change management and lifecycle strategies. The VCM Product Leader leads cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a multi-year product strategy, drive investments across the product supply chain, and ensure alignment with enterprise level product lifecycle planning and manufacturing network optimization. This is a highly integrative role requiring strong operations, technical knowledge, leadership, talent management and exceptional communication skills. Position can be located in Europe or the United States.
Primary Responsibilities Include (not exhaustive)
Lead cross-functional teams for pipeline and commercial products.
Lead supply chain design and value stream mapping.
Gain alignment and endorsement for supply chain strategic elements through senior stakeholder management and executive governance forums.
Develop and maintain product supply chain lifecycle strategies through Product Master Plans (PMP) and network orchestration including: product enhancements, cross-product considerations, process and method changes, and productivity projects.
Manage product supply risk through Integrated Risk Management (IRM) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP), including identification and prioritization of mitigation strategies.
Lead Global Filing and Launch (GFLS) strategy development to gain cross-divisional alignment on scope and timing.
Develop and maintain Cost of Goods projections through the product lifecycle.
Support network strategies driven by long-term pipeline evolution and cross-functional teams implementing manufacturing network expansion.
Interface with GHH on long-range demand forecast and engage with VCM Operations Research COE on supply models and scenario analysis.
Resolve global product supply disruptions and establish long-term strategic supply chain alternatives.
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Supply Chain Management or related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree or higher in related discipline
Required Experience And Skills
Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience.
Strong background across manufacturing operations, technology, quality, and supply chain.
Proven ability to lead global, cross-functional teams through complex strategy/project development and execution.
Knowledge of business functions including Technology, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain and Commercial.
Understanding of product development lifecycle and integration of CMC and clinical strategy to ensure robust launch.
Ability to design and optimize product supply chains to deliver on capacity, cost, and performance as measured by KPIs.
Strategic thinking to integrate inputs into an enterprise-aligned strategy.
Horizontal and vertical leadership to maximize cross-functional team outcomes.
Strong business acumen including financial analysis, COGS, risk management and financial stewardship.
Ability to understand product commercial strategy to inform supply strategy.
Assertiveness, influence, accountability, and timely decision-making in ambiguous situations.
Proactive mindset to identify risks and opportunities across value chains.
Proficiency in project and portfolio management tools and data analysis for decision making.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to present clear recommendations to executives.
Required Skills Adaptability, Business Continuity, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Commercial Strategies, Communication, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Cross-Functional Communications, Customer-Focused, Data Analysis, Driving Continuous Improvement, Financial Risk Management, Inventory Control Management, KPI, Leadership, Proactive Approach, Production Planning, Product Lifecycle, Product Risk Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Supply Chain Analytics, Supply Chain Metrics, Supply Change Management, Vendor Selection
Preferred Skills Current Employees apply HERE. Current Contingent Workers apply HERE.
Equal Employment Opportunity As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Additional Details US and Puerto Rico residents only; hybrid work model in the U.S. Salary range: $169,700.00 - $267,200.00. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentives. Travel up to 10%. No visa sponsorship. Job posting end date: 10/22/2025.
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