\\nJob Description

We are a research-driven biopharmaceutical company. Our mission is built on the simple premise that if we \\xe2\\x80\\x9cfollow the science\\xe2\\x80\\x9d that great medicines can make a significant impact to our world. We believe that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to world-class science can succeed by inventing medicine and vaccine innovations that make a difference for patients across the globe.

The Comparator Specialist is responsible for the sourcing and product management (assessment, order, delivery, release and applicable product blinding) of commercial (comparator) products for all clinical trials. They will partner closely with internal customers including the Clinical Supply Project Managers and function as an independent expert in supply planning, product management and buyer of commercial products. The Comparator Specialist should have proven expertise in Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Distribution Practice, commercial medicinal products and buying from external drug wholesalers specializing in comparator sourcing.

Main Responsibilities:

Sourcing and product management for comparator products.

Sourcing and procuring comparator samples and documentation for comparator label and packaging component evaluation.

Creating and maintaining Material master\\\'s and provide SAP Process Orders for de-packaging, pre-packaging, manipulation, and placebo manufacturing and packaging according to the routing.

Managing comparator blinding including but not limited to de-printing and over-encapsulation.

Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Forecasting comparator pricing information to enable accurate consolidated budget planning, expense forecasting and management.

Maintaining oversight of shipping activities, monitoring target delivery dates and supporting release activities.

Creating and maintaining Purchase Requests as well as requesting Purchase Orders in SAP.

Utilizing systems to document/execute good practice activities.

Your Profile:

Bachelor\\\'s degree in supply chain, scientific or business discipline.

Several years\\xe2\\x80\\x99 experience in clinical supplies or procurement with knowledge of comparator sourcing markets and processes.

Knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing and Distribution Practices and Standard Operating Procedure execution.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to work effectively across boundaries to build strong collaborative relations with other internal and external partners.

Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks at one time and meet deadlines.

High proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills:

Project management.

Experience with SAP beneficial.

Please note: Remote based schedules can only be offered to those residing in the Switzerland area.

THE COMPANY

At our company, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. Company has had a presence in Switzerland since 1963 and employs around 1000 people at five sites in the cantons of Lucerne and Zurich. We are proud to be certified as a \\xe2\\x80\\x9cTop Employer Switzerland\\xe2\\x80\\x9d and \\xe2\\x80\\x9cTop Employer Europe\\xe2\\x80\\x9d since 2012 showing the company\\xe2\\x80\\x99s commitment to our employees and the community around us.

Our Schachen site is crucial for the development and supply of innovative medicines. With over 400 employees, we focus on producing and testing new biological medicines. From Schachen, we export new drugs for global clinical trials, ensuring their safety and efficacy. Additionally, our site investigates suspected cases of drug counterfeiting, operating as one of only three such laboratories worldwide.

Who we are \\xe2\\x80\\xa6

We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world\\\'s most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.

What we look for \\xe2\\x80\\xa6

Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us\\xe2\\x80\\x94and start making your impact today.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another\\xe2\\x80\\x99s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Current Employees apply

Current Contingent Workers apply

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: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: 10%

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

Shift: Not Indicated

Valid Driving License: No

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