Director, Site Communications - U.S., Human Health Manufacturing

Role Lead strategic internal and external communications for U.S. Human Health manufacturing sites, supporting operational excellence, safety, quality, and organizational change. Responsibilities manage a team of four site communicators oversee high-visibility issues (e.g., incidents, regulatory updates) align global site communications develop site-specific strategies support change management and leadership visibility handle external stakeholder engagement, crisis management, and issues related to regulatory inspections and milestones Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including HR, EHS, Quality, Legal, and corporate affairs; coordinate with global counterparts; and oversee external agencies. Requirements Bachelor's in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related 8+ years' experience in pharma, healthcare, or regulated industries, with strong international and manufacturing exposure expertise in crisis and issues management familiarity with pharma regulatory and compliance standards excellent communication and stakeholder influence skills proficiency in English ability to lead cross-cultural teams Preferred experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, or operational environments High-Value pharmaceutical manufacturing, biologics/vaccines, regulated environment, crisis management, multi-site coordination, hybrid work with ~25% travel, senior stakeholder engagement #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck