Job DescriptionOur Engineers support internal and external manufacturing operations remain operational, continuously improve and innovate. With our extensive range of facilities and environments, our Engineers have opportunities across many diverse areas including Biological, Chemical, Automation, Capital Projects, Maintenance, Safety, Process Development, Technical Services, Utilities and Validation. Position Description:The End-to-End Technical Operations organization within Global Pharmaceutical Operations Science & Technology (GPO S&T) is seeking an interested candidate to serve as a Technical Product Steward in support of our most important post-licensure small molecule products. The candidate must be capable of providing boundary less application of leadership skills in assessing, evaluating and providing proactive mitigations across our Company’s worldwide manufacturing network. Technical product stewards (TPS) serve as the voice of technology within the Value Chain Management Team (VCMT).Lead the cross-functional Value Chain Technical Team (VCTT) to execute the end-to-end technical supply deliverables for commercial products. Leads through technical excellence to deliver uninterrupted, robust, and compliant supply through rapid response to emerging issues, proactive risk management, implementation of strategic process improvements, and appropriate prioritization of projects/activities. Develops detailed product Technical Master Plan (TMP) to provide line of sight to strategic technical objectives across manufacturing nodes to ensure commitments to the VCMT are met in a robust and timely fashion. Accountable for communication and escalation between the technical team and relevant stakeholders as well as decision-making bodies. Interested candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to quickly solve technical challenges, to lead cross-functional technical teams, to appropriately apply project management and change execution management principles on complicated projects, and to successfully influence others outside their direct line of authority and in other organizations. They must have a sound understanding and experience with small molecule pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Position Qualifications:Education Minimum Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering related discipline with 10 or more years of experience or an Advanced degree with 7 or more years of experience.Required Experience and Skills: Deep technical expertise within a field of science or engineering with proven ability to solve highly complex problemsEffectively collaborate with and influence partners across divisionsCourage and common sense, with the ability to withstand resistance Work in a dynamic environment characterized by uncertainty and frequent changes to prioritiesInfluence without authority in a matrix environmentLead high performing teams in a highly collaborative manner to create project ownership mentality and drive accountabilityEffective communication skills with ability to provide clear, unambiguous expectations and priorities for multiple teamsStrong project management and decision-making skills with ability to determine true requirement, detect critical flaws, and drive accountabilityResolve conflicts among people and organizationStrategic mindset with ability to proactively manage risk and manage through uncertain situationsRecognize, motivate, and reward teamTHIS IS A REMOTE POSITIONOur Manufacturing & Supply Division is dedicated to be the most trusted supplier of bio-pharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create a reliable global manufacturing network that’s devoted to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time. Who we are … We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.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. NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:If you need an accommodation for the application process please email us at staffingaadar@msd.comFor more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:EEOC PosterEEOC GINA Supplement​OFCCP EEO SupplementOFCCP Pay Transparency RuleWe are an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.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: RegularRelocation:No relocationVISA Sponsorship:NoTravel Requirements:10%Flexible Work Arrangements:Remote WorkShift:Not IndicatedValid Driving License:YesHazardous Material(s):Number of Openings: 1Requisition ID:R96265