Skip to main content
Merck logo

Commercial Director

Merck
October 2, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Pennsylvania, United States)
Worldwide
Marketing
Role: Lead the strategic development and modernization of Launch Excellence capabilities across the global biopharma portfolio, encompassing Oncology, Immunology, Vaccines, and more. Responsibilities: define long-term vision and roadmap; oversee development and governance of launch tools like the Global Launch Planning Tool, playbooks, and frameworks; partner with global, regional, and market teams to ensure consistent, data-driven launch practices; influence senior stakeholders and drive enterprise-wide adoption; foster continuous improvement through feedback and best practices; lead and develop a high-performing team. Requirements: Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred); 10+ years in Launch Excellence, Commercial Strategy, or related biopharma functions; deep expertise in launch planning, commercialization, and cross-functional execution; strong leadership, stakeholder management, and change management skills; experience with digital platforms and data-driven solutions; global operational experience. HighValue: extensive launch strategy and capability development in biopharma, experience with multi-market launches, enterprise transformation, and leveraging digital tools for launch optimization. WorkSetup: global, matrix organization with extensive cross-functional collaboration.