Director, Strategic Enterprise Initiatives and Enablement, Value & Access (Seaport MA)

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•Boston, MA

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

The US Value & Access team (V&A) has a shared vision to create and maintain optimal product access and availability across the portfolio that supports patient care. The Director, Strategic Enterprise Initiatives and Enablement is a key member of the Value & Access leadership team with specific decision making and areas of focus, responsible for driving enterprise-level strategic initiatives and enabling operational excellence across the organization. This role serves as a trusted advisor to the SVP, ensuring alignment of priorities, seamless execution of strategic projects, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Strategic Planning & Execution: Lead the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic initiatives that advance Value & Access objectives. Partner with the SVP and leadership team to translate vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. Monitor external trends and internal performance to inform strategic decisions. Serves as a strategic thought partner with the US V&A Sr. Vice President, providing high-level support associated with complex problems, current and future initiatives, strategies, and budgets Work closely with V&A LT to prepare and coordinate updates for SVP by synthesizing information and ensuring alignment. Enterprise Enablement: Design and implement frameworks, processes, and tools that enhance organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency. Drive change management initiatives to support evolving business needs and priorities. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards. Executive Support & Governance: Provide high-level strategic support to the SVP, including preparation of executive briefings, presentations, and business cases. Coordinate leadership meetings, town halls, and engagement activities to align teams and communicate priorities. Serve as a liaison between Value & Access leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Generates strategic insights based on best-in-class analysis, distills outputs and recommendations which enable informed decisions of top-level leaders. Ability to monitor and assess external trends to inform and educate stakeholders and stay abreast of macro trends in the healthcare environment, therapeutic area markets and brand business drivers. A critical aspect of this role is the ability to work seamlessly across the EMDS enterprise (both within and outside V&A and form a strong partnership with commercial) and coordinate the input of stakeholders. Work with the GPA team to assess the potential implications of new or proposed policy changes on our inline and pipeline products. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and ethical standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrates collaborative leadership and influence necessary to ensure alignment among key stakeholders and seamless execution of project deliverables including but not limited to: Value & Access, Patient Solutions, Pricing & Contracting, Commercial, Medical Affairs, and NEVD teams. Build strong partnerships with HR, Finance, Legal, and Government Affairs to support enterprise initiatives. Performance & Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize processes, improve resource utilization, and enhance team productivity. Develop KPIs and dashboards to track progress on strategic initiatives and operational goals. Talent Development & Engagement: Support workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design efforts. Champion initiatives that position Value & Access as a destination for top talent and foster a high-performance culture. Other duties as assigned This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties associated with the position

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MPH, MS) preferred.
8+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with expertise in Market Access, Commercial Strategy, or related functions.
Proven track record in strategic planning, project management, and organizational transformation.
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing without authority.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and presentation abilities, including executive-level engagement.
Advanced project management and organizational skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
High integrity, discretion, and collaborative leadership style.
Timely and effective execution of strategic initiatives.
Improved operational efficiency and process optimization.
Positive stakeholder feedback and alignment across functions.
Development of a strong talent pipeline and enhanced team engagement.
Ability to communicate openly and share information to foster trust while encouraging constructive debate, making informed decisions, and ensuring shared commitment to outcomes.
Demonstrated willingness to take risks and stand up for what is right while prioritizing the needs and experiences of customers and patients in all decisions.
Commitment to setting and reaching ambitious goals and setting high standards while acting in the best interest of the company and taking initiative to drive results.
Uphold ethical standards and being honest in all interactions.
Ability to streamlining processes to focus on what matters and creates impact and acting quickly to adapt to changes.
Demonstrated ability to embrace new ideas, challenge the status quo, and seek innovative solutions while valuing diverse perspectives and treating others with respect and dignity.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic initiatives that advance Value & Access objectives.
Partner with the SVP and leadership team to translate vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
Monitor external trends and internal performance to inform strategic decisions.
Serves as a strategic thought partner with the US V&A Sr. Vice President, providing high-level support associated with complex problems, current and future initiatives, strategies, and budgets
Work closely with V&A LT to prepare and coordinate updates for SVP by synthesizing information and ensuring alignment.
Design and implement frameworks, processes, and tools that enhance organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency.
Drive change management initiatives to support evolving business needs and priorities.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
Provide high-level strategic support to the SVP, including preparation of executive briefings, presentations, and business cases.
Coordinate leadership meetings, town halls, and engagement activities to align teams and communicate priorities.
Serve as a liaison between Value & Access leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Generates strategic insights based on best-in-class analysis, distills outputs and recommendations which enable informed decisions of top-level leaders.
Ability to monitor and assess external trends to inform and educate stakeholders and stay abreast of macro trends in the healthcare environment, therapeutic area markets and brand business drivers.
Work with the GPA team to assess the potential implications of new or proposed policy changes on our inline and pipeline products.
Demonstrates collaborative leadership and influence necessary to ensure alignment among key stakeholders and seamless execution of project deliverables including but not limited to: Value & Access, Patient Solutions, Pricing & Contracting, Commercial, Medical Affairs, and NEVD teams.
Build strong partnerships with HR, Finance, Legal, and Government Affairs to support enterprise initiatives.
Identify opportunities to optimize processes, improve resource utilization, and enhance team productivity.
Develop KPIs and dashboards to track progress on strategic initiatives and operational goals.
Support workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design efforts.
Champion initiatives that position Value & Access as a destination for top talent and foster a high-performance culture.
Other duties as assigned