Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW: The Supply Chain executive will be responsible for the forecasting and managing the supply chain of Aqua, Ruminant, Companion, and MAHI businesses. This position will focus on improving forecast accuracy and implementing our company QR code system. The Supply Chain executive will leverage analytical skills and supply chain knowledge to align production with demand, optimize inventory levels, and enhance customer experience. PRIMARY ACTIVITIES/ Forecasting: Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to develop accurate demand forecasts. Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and production schedules. Support our company QR Code Implementation: Coordinate with the manufacturing site and the warehouse to ensure a smooth transition from the old system to the QR code system. Coordinate with IT to enhance logistics efficiency and ensure real-time tracking of product flow. Improve customer experience by enabling access to critical product information via QR codes. Order Management: Create and manage orders in SAP. Following the delivery date of pending orders Working with the customs broker to import products Inventory management: Review the inventory and plan the replenishment to ensure inventory level meet to all requirements and minimize write off. Review provision with BU monthly. Reconcile inventory weekly/monthly with the warehouse & perform physical count at year end. Manage the performance of customs broker, the warehouse to ensure compliance and efficiency Collaborate with QA site for temperature excursion shipments or damaged products. Other duties as assigned EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES Professional Competencies Required Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Problem-solving mindset with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions Ability to work under pressure and compliance with strict deadlines Willingness to develop professionally with positive "can do" attitude Desired Experience/Education Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or related field At least 5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management Familiar with ERP Software, SAP system Functional Competencies Required Knowledge of supply chain principles and best practices, particularly in demand forecasting and inventory management. Understanding of logistics operations and customer service principles. Experience with importation and customs clearance processes. Fluent in English (both written and spoken). Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially in Excel Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Required Skills: Ability to Work Under Pressure, Ability to Work Under Pressure, Adaptability, Biopharmaceutical Operations, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Cross-Team Collaboration, Customer Experience Management, Customer Insights, Customs Clearing, Data Analysis, Demand Planning, Forecast Accuracy, Fulfillment Management, Inventory Control Management, Inventory Planning, Logistics Operations, Management Process, Market Trends, Material Qualification, Order Management, Personal Initiative, Procurement Analytics, Production Scheduling, QR Codes, SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) {+ 4 more} Preferred Skills: Job Posting End Date: 08/17/2025 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.
