Supply Planning Expert (H/F), Molsheim

Our passion for science and technology drives our approximately 62,000 employees in 65 countries to address some of today’s toughest challenges and develop more sustainable ways of living.

In our rapidly changing and uncertain world, factors such as an aging population, chronic diseases, AI, climate change, and other megatrends have created an appetite for scientific breakthroughs that can make a positive difference across our global society. The pace of change will increase over coming decades as technologies evolve and converge in ways that fundamentally transform how we live and work. For us at Merck, change is not a threat but an opportunity as we have proven for over more than 350 years.

Tasks

• You will be part of the ‘External Manufacturing – Supply Chain’ team within the Life Science Supply Chain organization and you will be in charge of planning/buying finished goods from external manufactures throughout the world. A challenging, fast, cross-functional and international work environment is waiting for you.
• You will ensure that all defined key performance indicators are achieved (e.g. on-time delivery) to increase customer satisfaction at reasonable costs. Planning/buying activities of finished goods will be one of your major tasks including maintenance of purchasing parameters of your portfolio and alignment with a variety of internal stakeholders like Sourcing/Marketing/Quality/Finance.
• In addition, you’ll focus on the collaboration with the global suppliers and you’ll prepare/lead monthly supply chain meetings with key suppliers. Global projects, such as production transfers between suppliers, new production introduction, improvement of reporting, etc. will be part of your job as well.
• Please submit your application in English.

Profile

• Fluent in English/ French and strong communication skills
• Minimum of 2 years supply chain experience and Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business administration/supply chain
• Experience in ERP systems (Oracle or SAP) and analytical skills incl. Excel
• Entrepreneurial mindset with high level of self-motivation and agility
• Open-minded team player with understanding of cultural diversities
• Ability to balance priorities/work under pressure