Associate Specialist, Supply Chain Management

Job Description

The Associate Specialist in Supply Chain Management will provide support to various groups within Wilson Supply Chain Management, including Planning, Logistics, Master Data/New Products, and Change Control. This individual will serve as a key contributor within the Supply Chain function, utilizing data, information, and available tools to deliver valuable insights that help drive business performance.

The candidate is expected to focus on data discovery and preparation, model development and data mining, as well as evaluating options and presenting recommendations. Their work will span a variety of projects aimed at enhancing service levels, reducing cost and risk, improving cash flow, and supporting compliance with organizational policies and processes. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for sustained improvement and communicating these effectively to the business.

Primary Responsibilities:

Supply Chain Reporting and Analytics

• Point of contact for routine and ad hoc reports, supporting warehouse, planning, and engineering for data analysis and audits.

Planning & Logistics Projects

• Support MRP Automation and Digital Planning Projects, ensuring adherence to GOM (Global Operating Model) and implementing system improvements.

• Collaborate with above-site teams on the development and deployment of Qlik, CAM Tower, and PowerBI dashboards, providing feedback as a SME for site usage.

• Champion Business Continuity Plans and warehouse capacity projections.

• Facilitate various ad hoc requests and projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Master Data and Safety Stock Parameter Management

• Support updates for a variety of Planning Master Data fields and lead the review with Planning/Quality/SCM Hub to ensure accurate lead time parameters.

• Assist in material safety stock strategy. Track necessary updates, facilitate reviews, and advise planners on alternative strategies as needed.

Team Collaboration and Leadership

• Facilitate daily SCM Tier 2 meetings, providing leadership within cross-functional teams.

• Engage in public speaking and presentations to share project updates and insights with stakeholders and site leadership.

 

Education Minimum Requirement:

• Bachelor's Degree in a business or technical discipline, including Supply Chain, Business Planning, Engineering, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or equivalent required.

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft based systems with proficiency in Excel and PowerBI

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities to break down complex problems and/or projects into manageable pieces to arrive at efficient and sustainable solutions

• Self-working and natural sense of urgency and drive to completion

• Strong communication skills and ability to create and present information logically and effectively.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Experience with Planning Systems such as SAP ECC, SAP APO, and Kinaxis Rapid Response.

• Previous experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or logistics environment.

• Ability to think End-to-End when analyzing problems and resolving project conflicts

• Willingness to be flexible and to work in a rapidly changing environment

• Experience in Lean Six Sigma methodology [known as MPS internally]

• Able to effectively partner with functional areas outside your specific area of expertise

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Administrative Policies, Biopharmaceutical Operations, Business Administration, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Cognitive Flexibility, Data Analysis, Demand Planning, Fulfillment Management, Global Operations Management, Inventory Control Management, Logistics Operations, Material Qualification, Order Management, Personal Initiative, Procurement Analytics, Production Scheduling, Public Speaking, SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (SAP APO), SAP PP (Production Planning), Supply Chain Metrics, Supply Change Management, Systematic Problem Solving, Team Leadership {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

The salary range for this role is

$65,100.00 - $102,500.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

05/12/2026

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