Associate Director, Launch Strategy & Operations

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $142,400.00 - $224,100.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days remote)
5 years commercial experience in biopharmaceutical industry
Launch strategy development and execution
Cross-functional team leadership in matrixed organization
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of Launch Strategy & Operations to lead oncology product launches within their US Market Strategy organization. This hybrid role requires strong strategic, operational, and leadership skills to ensure market readiness and successful launch execution

Job Summary

  • This role leads the enterprise preparation of multiple product launches in Oncology within the US Market Strategy organization.
  • The successful candidate will collaborate with global, marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure alignment across all launch activities.
  • Employees are eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Director of Launch Strategy & Operations to lead oncology product launches within their US Market Strategy organization. This hybrid role requires strong strategic, operational, and leadership skills to ensure market readiness and successful launch execution.

Salary

Base: $142,400.00 - $224,100.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years commercial experience in biopharmaceutical industry
  • Launch strategy development and execution
  • Cross-functional team leadership in matrixed organization
  • Oncology therapeutic area knowledge
  • Project management of complex launch plans

Nice-to-have

  • Agile methodologies for launch readiness
  • Data-driven decision making capabilities
  • Continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Strategic thinking in market dynamics
  • Innovation in launch planning tools

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Biotechnology, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of commercial experience in life sciences industry
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
  • Strong project management skills with track record of executing complex plans
  • Demonstrated success launching new products in pharmaceutical industry

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