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Job DescriptionThe FLEx Center is a new multi-modality (small molecule, biologics, vaccine) Drug Product development and GMP clinical manufacturing plant in Rahway, New Jersey. The FLEx organization has a mission to enable the speed, agility, and rigor of our Company's pipeline products. It will do so through 1). Enabling robust formulation and process development with flexible physical and digital infrastructure; 2). Delivering compliant, high quality clinical supplies; 3). Developing talent with a new operating model and promoting a growth mindset.The FLEx organization is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as an Associate Director, Digital Systems Deployment Lead. This role is responsible for leading the end-to-end deployment, integration, and sustainment of core digital manufacturing capabilities at the FLEx Center, including the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and SAP S/4 HANA as part of the global COMET program.The successful candidate will be responsible for the SAP S/4 HANA transformation, ensuring readiness, alignment, and successful deployment across FLEx business processes. In parallel, the successful candidate will also act as a senior subject matter expert and MES technical lead, ensuring MES capabilities (e.g., Electronic Batch Records, Electronic Logs, and Weigh & Dispense) are designed, implemented, and sustained in alignment with FLEx operating model principles across all modalities. By ensuring seamless integration between enterprise systems and FLEx manufacturing operations, this position plays a critical role in enabling a scalable, compliant, and future-state digital manufacturing ecosystem at FLEx.This position is an onsite role based in New Jersey and reports to the Systems Process Lead Director in the FLEx organization within Pharmaceutical Operations and Clinical Supply.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead SAP S/4 HANA Deployment (COMET Program)Serve as the FLEx site lead for SAP S/4 HANA deployment as part of the global COMET program-Own site readiness across impacted business areas, including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and supporting functions-Partner with Global COMET teams to influence system design and ensure alignment with FLEx operating model and manufacturing processes-Drive business process harmonization and ensure end-to-end process integrity across SAP S/4 HANA and site operations-Coordinate site activities related to data readiness, process changes, testing, training, and deployment execution-Lead issue resolution and stabilization efforts during and post-deployment to ensure business continuity and operational success-Lead MES Strategy & ExecutionLead the deployment and expansion of MES capabilities (EBR, E-Logs, Weigh & Dispense) across the FLEx CenterDrive design decisions to ensure alignment with site business processes, global standards, and operating models across modalitiesOwn EBR Lifecycle & StandardsOversee the end-to-end lifecycle of EBRs (design, build, testing, deployment, sustainment) to ensure compliance, scalability, and business valueEstablish and enforce standards for EBR design, authoring, and optimizationDrive Integration & Technical ArchitectureOversee MES integration with SAP (including alignment with S/4 HANA architecture), Level 2 systems, and data flows between systemsPartner with IT and automation teams to ensure robust, compliant system architectureCross-Functional LeadershipServe as the MES SME and primary point of contact for stakeholders across Operations, Process Engineering, Quality, and ITAct as FLEx representative for SAP S/4 HANA (COMET) and MES topics, ensuring site needs are represented in global design and decision-makingDrive alignment across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Process Engineering, and IT for successful adoption of new business processesSustainment & Continuous ImprovementEnsure MES remains in a validated, compliant state while continuously improving system performance and business processesApply lean principles to optimize EBR lifecycle processes and drive efficiencyProgram & Vendor OversightProvide governance of MES and S/4 HANA delivery, including scope, schedule, and benefit realizationManage scope, timeline, risks, and cross-functional dependencies to ensure successful delivery of transformation programs-Lead and manage external partners/contractors to ensure adherence to standards and delivery expectationsTraining, Adoption, & Network CollaborationDrive training strategy and user adoption for both SAP S/4 HANA and MES across site functionsShare best practices and harmonize approaches with other sites in the networkCompliance & Inspection ReadinessEnsure adherence to cGMP, SDLC, and validation requirementsSupport regulatory inspections and audits as requiredQualificationsEducationBS or MS in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Business, or related fieldRequired Experience~8+ years of experience in MES deployment and/or sustainment (preferably PAS-X or similar platforms)Demonstrated experience leading MES implementations or major workstreamsDemonstrated experience leading or supporting large-scale ERP transformations (SAP S/4 HANA preferred) in a manufacturing or GMP environmentStrong understanding of pharma manufacturing principles/processes and ability to translate manufacturing requirements into a Digital SolutionsStrong expertise in EBR authoring, optimization, and lifecycle managementExperience integrating MES with SAP and manufacturing systems (Level 2 or equivalent)Experience managing cross-functional business process changes beyond system implementation-High personal integrity, credibility, and energyStrong written and verbal communication skillsPreferredKnowledge of SDLC, computer systems validation (CSV), and regulatory expectationsDemonstrated ability to influence standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives#eligibleforERP#PSCSFLEx2026Sterile2026Required Skills: Adaptability, Adaptability, Biopharmaceutics, Business Processes, Change Agility, Chemical Engineering, Customer-Focused, Data-Driven Decision Making, Digital Manufacturing, Drug Product Development, Estimation and Planning, GMP Compliance, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Pharmaceutical Process Development, Process Control Automation, Process Engineering, Process Optimization, Product Formulation, Regulatory Inspections, Safety Compliance, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Standards Compliance, Strategic Thinking, Talent Development {+ 2 more}Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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.--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 EEOC GINA Supplement• We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $142,400.00 - $224,100.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.- Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: -We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: -We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance 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: RegularRelocation:DomesticVISA Sponsorship:No Travel Requirements: 10%Flexible Work Arrangements:Not ApplicableShift:1st - DayValid Driving License:NoHazardous Material(s):n/aJob Posting End Date:07/18/2026 *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. Requisition ID:R402413 Salary: . Date posted: 07/15/2026