Gulf Strategic Partnerships & Projects Manager

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

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Gulf healthcare systems knowledge
Strategic initiatives execution
Cross-functional project leadership
** Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC is seeking a Gulf Strategic Partnerships & Projects Manager to lead the design and execution of strategic initiatives in the Gulf region. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in management consulting or business development within the healthcare sector, with strong project management and communication skills. **

Job Summary

  • The Gulf Strategic Partnerships & Projects Manager will lead the design and execution of strategic partnerships and projects to advance the Company’s vision and priorities in the Gulf region.
  • Key responsibilities include identifying and planning high-impact initiatives, overseeing end-to-end execution, and developing actionable mitigation plans for risks and opportunities.
  • This role requires building and maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external healthcare authorities, ensuring all initiatives comply with internal SOPs, governance processes, and local laws/regulations.

Matching Summary

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** Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC is seeking a Gulf Strategic Partnerships & Projects Manager to lead the design and execution of strategic initiatives in the Gulf region. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in management consulting or business development within the healthcare sector, with strong project management and communication skills. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Gulf healthcare systems knowledge
  • Strategic initiatives execution
  • Cross-functional project leadership
  • Stakeholder management
  • Internal SOPs and local regulations compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Arabic proficiency
  • Proactive risk and opportunity identification
  • Benchmarking external environment

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years experience in management consulting, strategic projects, or business development
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related field
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects
  • Fluent in English

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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