Director, DSCS Digital Technologies Program Manager

Job DescriptionDigital is the multiplier that will allow Development Sciences and Clinical Supply (DSCS) to deliver better experiments faster, efficient filing and launch, more robust supply chains and higher-confidence decisions across the portfolio. The DSCS Digital Technologies (DDT) organization is tasked with the mission to pioneer and deploy innovative digital technologies that drive the acquisition, automation, and utilization of data to enhance insights, efficiency, and quality of DSCS processes and methods.The DSCS Digital Technologies Program Manager will support our company's digital strategy by building and leading a Program/Project Management structure to enhance speed, capacity, and reliability. The position requires strong project management and problem-solving skills, along with R&D experience in drug substance or product development, or analytical research. A passion for digital solutions and experience implementing them is preferred. You will drive focus on operational excellence within the group and capital projects, working closely across functional teams, project managers, and supporting change management of our digital solutions.The DSCS Digital Program Manager WillWork with the DSCS Digital Technologies Leadership Team, workstream leads and use case leads to build an integrated plan, track progress, capture KPIs, risks, issues, mitigation plans and quantify value realization.Support interfaces across strategic programs and understand dependencies, inclusive of IT and its program management, and Finance.Manage the Stage Gate process for Use-Cases, enduring standard format, and minimum quality by setting up and facilitating cross-functional meetings and workshops.Drive Change Management activities associated for each of the stage gates, in alignment with Change Management Strategy Lead.Maintain view of DDT Critical Path for delivery and ensuring focus on risks/issues that might impact, optimizing program execution.Serve as Capital Project Team lead for engagements with capital governance.Knowledge, Duties & Responsibilities IncludeMaintain view of DDT Critical Path for delivery and ensuring focus on risks/issues that might impact, optimizing program execution.Ensure application of governance processes and accurate documentation of decisions, actions, and outcomes, including organizational spend vs budget.Support team in development of use-case metrics, and implement tracking mechanism for realization.Develop business and technical content and compose complex presentations and both intra- and inter-divisional communications.Apply expert project and portfolio management skills effectively, with relatively broad managerial direction and minimal oversight.QualificationsEducation: Ph.D. with +6 years or B.S. with +8 years required with a concentration in a scientific-related discipline strongly preferred.Research, manufacturing, and project/program management experience in pharma.Demonstrated ability to establish networks, build connections, and work across boundaries.Proven ability to lead the planning and execution of cross-functional strategic change initiatives.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage scope, time, and cost of enterprise projects; is business savvy and results-oriented.Effective at conveying a vision, energizing others, establishing goals, delegating responsibility, mentoring and coaching.Well-developed and effective team facilitation and leadership skills; consistently establishes cooperative team environments.Knows when and how to appropriately raise issues and drive discussion within peer groups and with senior management.Brings forward creative ideas and contributes to setting strategic plans for assigned projects and departments.Required SkillsAdaptabilityAutomationBudget DevelopmentBusiness AcumenCapital ProjectsChange ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipData AutomationDecision MakingDigital StrategyDigital TechnologyFeasibility StudiesInnovationLeadershipManufacturingPerformance MonitoringPortfolio ManagementProcess GovernanceProcess ImprovementsProduct DevelopmentProject ManagementProject PlanningRegulatory ComplianceResource AllocationAdditional InformationUS And Puerto Rico Residents Only. This role is limited to U.S. and Puerto Rico residents.Our company is committed to inclusion.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAs 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. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, see EEOC Know Your Rights, EEOC GINA Supplement, and other applicable state laws.Salary$173,200.00 – $272,600.00 per year. Annual bonus and long-term incentive are possible.BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, and other health insurance; retirement benefits including 401(k); and paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.Work ArrangementHybrid work model for U.S. office-based positions: three days on site per week, Friday remote. Specifics vary by location. Not applicable to field-based or manufacturing-based roles.LocationSan Francisco, CA.ApplicationThe application deadline is 04/17/2026. Apply at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/. Current employees may use the Workday Jobs Hub.J-18808-Ljbffr