Associate Director, Patient Programs & Business Practices
Merck & Co., Inc.
Shanghai, China
8-12 years pharma healthcare experience
Patient program lifecycle ownership fpp tpp
Compliance audit and governance expertise
This dual-accountability leadership role combines end-to-end ownership of Patient Programs with market-level Business Practices leadership in China
Job Summary
This dual-accountability leadership role combines end-to-end ownership of Patient Programs with market-level Business Practices leadership in China.
The position ensures patient affordability and therapy support programs are strategically designed, operationally excellent, and fully compliant with global policies.
Candidates must act as a trusted advisor to leadership to enable sustainable patient access while embedding ethical business conduct and risk management.
Matching Summary
This dual-accountability leadership role combines end-to-end ownership of Patient Programs with market-level Business Practices leadership in China.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
8-12 years pharma healthcare experience
Patient program lifecycle ownership FPP TPP
Compliance audit and governance expertise
China market regulatory knowledge
Digital platform implementation for patients
Nice-to-have
Trusted advisor to executive leadership
Cross-functional team collaboration skills
Strategic thinker with execution ability
Vendor performance management experience
Key Requirements
8-12+ years experience in pharma or healthcare
Proven ownership of patient programs or compliance frameworks
Fluent in Mandarin and English
Experience working with digital platforms in China