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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description

The main function of the Senior Specialist, Operations Planning is to coordinate both internal and external packaging orders through various work centers (label design/printing, packaging and quality) ensuring final release is achieved on time. 

In addition, the Operations Planner will serve as the subject matter expert on the logistics of all packaging jobs.

Primary responsibilities include and are not limited to the following:

• Coordinates job progress (pre- and post-execution) across all applicable work centers


• Tracks project risks and implement mitigation plans


• Provides input and partners with other work centers to develop the packaging/labeling strategy for Clinical Supplies Specifications


• Prepares all documentation in accordance with study requirements including: SWMS requests, Batch Records, Bill of Materials and Recipes


• Recommends unique packaging solutions that meet clinical study needs


• Investigates and writes NOE’s in the event of deviations


• Is in contact to third party packaging companies and negotiates packaging timelines with contract manufacturers and requests/reviews quotes.


• Provides input and partners with other work centers to develop the packaging/labeling strategy for the individual clinical products


• Monitors the adherence to project schedules and documents progress in respective databases


• Assists the work centers (Global Project Management, Packaging, Label Operations, Quality disposition group) for issue resolution as needed


• Collaborates with global master planning and project management (demand and supply project managers) to establish priorities across different projects

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, business, or related discipline required


• At least 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in a clinical supply related area (planning, scheduling, coordination, etc.)


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks at one time and meet deadlines


• Familiarity with GMP requirements, quality procedures and SOP execution


• Above average proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


• Proven project management skills


• Direct work experience with SAP is a plus


• Flexible and team-oriented


• Diligent and quality-oriented


• Structured and proactive working attitude


• German skills (minimum B1)

We are a research-driven biopharmaceutical company. Our mission is built on the simple premise that if we “follow the science” and that great medicines can make a significant impact to our world. And we believe that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to world-class science can succeed by inventing medicine and vaccine innovations that make a difference for patients across the globe.

THECOMPANY           

Our company has had a presence in Switzerland since 1963. With a regional office and manufacturing/packaging facility, Lucerne is considered the center of operations. Approximately 1,000 people work collaboratively at the four Lucerne locations (Weystrasse, Citybay, Schachen and Kriens). A fifth location has been recently established in Zurich, aimed at accelerating the development and commercialization of many of our company’s medicines and vaccines, which supports our mission to save and improve lives around the world. The new location has a target date of 2021 for operational readiness. 

We are proud to be certified as a “Top Employer Switzerland” and “Top Employer Europe” showing the company’s commitment to our employees and the community around us.  

At our Werthenstein BioPharma site in Schachen we research, develop and analyze new biological agents and new products, deliver clinical trial products for global clinical studies and operate one of our global forensic laboratories. 

Who we are …

Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA is known as “Merck” in the United States, Canada & Puerto Rico. We are known as “MSD” in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America & Asia Pacific. We are a global biopharmaceutical leader with a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology, vaccines and animal health products.

We are driven by our purpose to develop and deliver innovative products that save and improve lives. With 69,000 employees operating in more than 140 countries, we offer state of the art laboratories, plants and offices that are designed to Inspire our employees as we learn, develop and grow in our careers. We are proud of our 125 years of service to humanity and continue to be one of the world’s biggest investors in Research & Development.

What we look for …

In a world of rapid innovation, we seek brave Inventors who want to make an Impact in all aspects of our business, enabling breakthroughs that will affect generations to come. We encourage you to bring your disruptive thinking, collaborative spirit and diverse perspective to our organization. Together we will continue Inventing For Life, Impacting Lives while Inspiring Your Career Growth.

INVENT.

IMPACT.

INSPIRE.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully 
Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., Kenilworth, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. 

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

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Valid Driving License:

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Number of Openings:

1

Requisition ID:R43706