Director Product Compliance

Director-level position leading global product compliance and sustainability strategy across Merck's Technology Solutions portfolio. Establishes end-to-end compliance frameworks spanning product lifecycle from design through post-market surveillance, covering electronic products, non-electronic products, and software-enabled solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define and deploy global product compliance strategy aligned with business objectives and risk profile
• Establish governance structures, decision rights, and accountability across R&D, Quality, Operations, and supporting functions
• Oversee regulatory monitoring, impact assessments, and multi-year implementation roadmaps
• Lead supplier engagement and compliance data collection across global supply chain
• Develop training programs and compliance policies translating regulations into practical organizational guidance

Requirements

• Deep expertise in product regulatory compliance and international standards
• Experience leading global compliance functions within matrix organizations
• Knowledge of software, cybersecurity, and AI-related regulatory frameworks
• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence skills
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex regulations into scalable processes
• Supply chain and supplier compliance management experience