Specialist, Transportation

Our company is dedicated to advancing the prevention and treatment of disease in people and animals through innovative health solutions. We are seeking a detail‑oriented, experienced North America Transportation Analyst to join our team. In conjunction with the other three operating regions, North America Manufacturing Logistics supports the execution of our company’s manufacturing operations from inbound raw materials to shipment of finished goods to customers and everything in-between. The team manages relationships with our transportation service providers, acts as transportation subject‑matter experts, and collaborates with departments and functions across our company to bring life‑saving medicines to the world. The Transport Analyst role serves as the primary analyst and steward of transportation and logistics data for the North America region. Included in this role are reporting, data analysis, metrics, system understanding, and freight payment support. The position also acts as a customer shipment advocate regarding on‑time freight delivery and performance improvement between our company, its 3PLs, and service providers. The ideal candidate is comfortable with large data sets and able to locate, analyze, and report on them. Responsibilities Daily interaction with distribution & transport suppliers regarding performance Consulting with stakeholders on transportation opportunities, challenges, issues, and implementations Development and delivery of performance metrics, key performance indicators, and reports Transport budget understanding, analysis, and delivery (including value capture tracking) Freight payment understanding and backup support Support for monthly and quarterly supplier business reviews Participation in supplier meetings, procurement bids, and continuous improvement initiatives Data aggregation, analysis, and reporting for North America Manufacturing Logistics and other stakeholders Transportation and logistics master data maintenance Superuser support for Transportation Management System‑enabled sites in North America Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of supply chain experience Experience with ERP operations and order management Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills Familiarity with freight terms, execution, and regulation Ability to work independently or in a team of diverse, globally‑located colleagues Strong interpersonal and communication skills Preferred Experience and Skills 5+ years of international and U.S. domestic transportation experience Deep experience with data analytics and large data sets, including Power BI, Qlik, or other business intelligence tools SAP ECC and GTS understanding Experience with JDA/BlueYonder TMS Familiarity with pharmaceutical industry operations, terms, and practices Dangerous goods transportation certification Education Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field Master’s degree preferred Required Skills Clinical Supply Chain Management Cross‑Functional Communications Data Analysis Detail‑Oriented Driving Continuous Improvement Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) ERP Financial Systems Freight Management Freight Shipping Inventory Control Management Logistics Coordination Pharmaceutical Management Procurement Product Handling Production Planning Project Management QlikView Raw Material Preparation Raw Materials Relationship Management Supply Chain Metrics Supply Chain Processes Supply Change Management Third‑Party Logistics (3PL) Preferred Skills — (No additional skills listed) Salary & Benefits Salary range: $79,200.00 – $124,700.00 Eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable Medical, dental, vision, and other health insurance benefits (employee and family) Retirement benefits, including 401(k) Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate and sick days Additional benefits available through Merck Compensation & Benefits portal EEO Statement As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck & Co.