Associate Director, Data Science - Product Success

Merck & Co. • Rahway, NJ

413d • $164,800 - $259,400 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director, Forecasting Product Success will play a pivotal role within the Human Health Digital, Data, and Analytics (HHDDA) division, focusing on the development and activation of advanced internal forecasting products. This position aims to enhance data-driven decision-making processes for stakeholders, ensuring the effective delivery of medicines to patients. The successful candidate will collaborate with product management and delivery teams, train activation teams, measure product success, and advocate for customer needs in product development.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Operations Research, Economics, or a similar quantitative field.
• 5+ years' experience in a lead role in predictive analytics or forecasting delivery in the pharmaceutical or life sciences space.
• Applied experience in time-series forecasting, stochastic simulation, optimization, and machine learning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of conveying complex messages clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to lead and participate effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Experience in designing and developing embedded reporting, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Competency in developing and managing complex project plans, timelines, budgets, and critical paths.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with stakeholder relationship management.
• Familiarity with business intelligence (BI) tools and data engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Embed with forecasting colleagues to understand their business problems and configure products accordingly.
• Collaborate with forecasting leaders to identify future solution needs and ensure product evolution.
• Co-develop training and marketing materials for effective product usage globally.
• Act as the voice of the customer for product management and development teams, proposing and prioritizing new features.
• Develop and execute quality assurance plans to ensure products meet business needs.
• Work consultatively with stakeholders to deliver high-quality analytical and forecasting solutions.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility
• Long-term incentive if applicable
• Health care and other insurance benefits for employee and family
• Retirement benefits
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Sick days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree