Specialist mfd New Product Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity for a New Product Introduction Specialist (m/f/d) in Switzerland

Tasks

• Leading crossfunctional teams managing complex information flow coordinating and integrating the functional/tactical project management activities for New Product Introduction in close collaboration with Value Chain Management Global Launch Planning and partner with E2E Planners other Supply Chain functions and stakeholders across divisions (GHH & MRL).
• Coordinate activities to mitigate risks related to the different milestones across the New Product Introduction stages including but not limited to: PLR Approval Code Creation Initial RCT update Forecast Positioning Artwork Readiness First Packaging in line with the Health Authority Approval to guarantee successful launches by ensuring system readiness to allow MMD execution.
• Coordinate activities to mitigate risks related to Artwork Readiness. Liaise with Regulatory Affairs Artwork Centers and Quality for timely execution
• Track and report KPIs mitigating risks to minimize impact on business; participate and provide input to the IBP process (Demand Reviews Site Supply Reviews).
• Understand & translate the packaging lead times capacity issues process reliability issues sourcing flows market specific requirements (e.g. TOI shelf life requirements etc.) and regulatory issues impacting supply into appropriate risk mitigation actions
• Work closely with RCLs to ensure timely submission/approval of PLRs in required timelines (1218 months prior to launch) and ensure data quality of Launch Requests by resolving inconsistencies with Stakeholders: VCM Organization GHH and GRA
• Collect analyze and summarize data to support decisionmaking and project evaluation.
• Support the implementation of processes related to new product introduction following established guidelines and protocols.
• Documentation and Reporting

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in supply chain pharmaceutical sciences business administration or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry with exposure to new product introduction project management or related roles.
• Basic understanding of pharmaceutical product development processes regulatory requirements and commercialization strategies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Proficient in the use of business software (including MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Project).
• Working knowledge of SAP and Rapid Response (prior experience with Merck MRP systems practices/principles beneficial).
• Basic understanding of Operations Planning Regulatory strategy and Business/Financial acumen beneficial.

Thank you for considering this opportunity. I look forward to connecting with you.