Clinical Supplies Project Manager (Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellow)

Job Overview We are excited to sponsor Hiring Our Heroes and offer transitioning service members a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience through our 12‑week fellowship program. Program Description The Global Clinical Supply (GCS) organization manages the end‑to‑end integrated clinical supply chain across more than 300 Phase I–IV clinical trials. GCS supports over 700 clinical trials, and oversees planning, sourcing, labeling, packaging, and delivery of clinical supplies to sites in more than 60 countries, in compliance with US and global regulations. Role Summary A Clinical Supplies Project Manager (CSPM) translates global clinical study demand into supply plans and is accountable for delivering clinical finished goods materials to initiate trials on time and maintain patient continuity of supply. The CSPM works independently, designing strategic and operational plans for assigned studies or entire compound programs. Core Responsibilities Interact with Clinical Sciences, Study Management, Regulatory, CMC, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Formulation Development, and Global Development Quality to address drug supply related topics. Work directly in SAP to establish a consolidated forecast for all study product needs. Utilize key tools in the planning and management of clinical supplies (Microsoft Project, ADI Logs, forecasting tools). Support the collection of clinical supply chain metrics to describe business health and identify areas for operational improvement. Initiate non‑Merck marketed drug product planning activities for new protocols. Serve in a support or lead role for clinical supply issue escalation to GCS Leadership. Mentor new team members and support staff development as needed. Participate as a lead business process owner or SME in a particular area of expertise. Champion and drive identified business process improvement initiatives. CSPM Protocol Manager Responsibilities Participate as a key stakeholder on Clinical Trial Teams and collaborate with functional areas to negotiate timelines and strategy for clinical supplies. Establish timelines for clinical supply needs per protocol and provide signals for sourcing, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution. Analyze and anticipate project risks and prepare mitigation strategies for review with clinical partners and senior leaders. Author the Clinical Supplies section of the study protocol and prepare/present clinical supplies information at Investigator Meetings. Participate in Interactive Voice Response System development and User Acceptance Testing for assigned studies. CSPM Program Manager Responsibilities Oversee all bulk drug supply management and ensure proper allocation of drug product across assigned programs. Establish timelines for bulk manufacturing needs and release of drug product across assigned programs. Identify significant supply risks associated with clinical bulk requirements. Control the clinical supply budget and support protocol and program cost estimates requested by Product Development teams. Chair the Clinical Supply Program Team and negotiate timelines and strategy for clinical supplies across all assigned programs. Author clinical supply documentation for labeling, packaging, and supply chain documentation to support critical CMC activities. Ensure GCS Planning Leadership is aware of program pipeline forecast to resourcing needs. Minimum Education Required Bachelor's degree in a scientific, business, or related discipline required; MS/MBA preferred. Required Experience and Skills At least 8 years of experience in project management. At least 3 years of experience in planning, scheduling, coordination, and processing of clinical supply activities, or equivalent. Understanding of MRP systems and demand planning principles. Strong organizational, time‑management and problem‑solving skills. Results‑oriented with proven ability to execute collaborative projects and develop subject‑matter expertise. Exceptional written and verbal communication and relationship skills with high personal integrity and credibility. Ability to prioritize tasks and initiatives to mitigate supply risks. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Experience with change management and leading process improvement initiatives. Preferred Experience and Skills Demonstrated ability to negotiate, resolve conflicts, and engage in decision‑making across functional areas. Strong knowledge of project‑management principles and clinical customer relationship management. Knowledge of drug development, production, distribution, shipping, destruction, and reconciliation processes. Knowledge of order management, supply‑chain operations, and document control. Experience leading teams and developing direct reports. Familiarity with data analytics/visualization software. Familiarity with SAP as an ERP/MRP system. Familiarity with GMP requirements, quality procedures, and SOP execution. Eligibility and Program Details This posting is for the Hiring Our Heroes, Corporate Fellowship 2026 – Cohort 3. Candidates must be transitioning service member fellows who will complete the program within the last 180 days of transition from military service. The fellowship lasts 12 weeks. This is an unpaid, 12‑week training fellowship aligned with DoD SkillBridge guidelines and is not an offer of employment. Participants are ineligible to receive employment benefits and the opportunity is exclusively for active participants in the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program. Location and Special Requirements US and Puerto Rico residents only. San Francisco residents are considered for employment under the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles residents are considered under the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. 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. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Laws, visit EEOC Know Your Rights and EEOC GINA Supplement. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other U.S. State Acts. 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