Sr. Manager, Strategic Planning

Job description

Role Purpose

The Strategy Manager will serve as a core strategic intelligence & insight partner , providing senior leadership with real-time strategic insights to inform long-term strategic direction , expand near-term decision options , and shape company China strategy . This role will build a holistic view on China macro dynamics, global perspectives on China market, China pharmaceutical market dynamics, competitive intelligence , monitoring these trends and translating into clear strategic implications, options, and recommendations for China.

Key Responsibilities

China Macro Dynamics & Global Perspectives on China market Monitor China macro dynamics, and identify potential opportunities and risks for China China Pharmaceutical Industry & Long‑Term Strategy Insight

• Track and analyze China Pharmaceutical Industry trends , develop a holistic, forward‑looking view in close partnership with cross-functional teams Synthesize disparate signals into clear strategic narratives Competitive & Peer Intelligence (MNC and Local)
• Monitor strategic movements of leading pharmaceutical/biotech players
• Translate competitor activity into actionable strategic implications, risks, and opportunities for China Financial Performance & Market Signal Tracking
• Analyze annual and quarterly performance results
• Communicate concise insights on implications to China Group‑Level Strategy Synthesis & Leadership Engagement
• Integrate insights across macro trends, industry dynamics, competitor intelligence into a coherent strategic view
• Act as a trusted thought partner to leadership on evolving strategic topics Qualifications Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or related field; MBA or equivalent business training preferred 6–10+ years of experience in pharma strategy, consulting, corporate strategy, or commercial excellence
• Strong understanding of China pharma market dynamics and MNC operating models
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into clear executive insights

Critical Capabilities

• Strong strategic thinking with external orientation
• Excellent written and verbal executive communication
• Solid analytic ability to connect commercial, financial, and industry signals High learning agility and comfort with ambiguity Intellectual curiosity and strategic insight Hands-on, proactive, and execution-oriented mindset Required Skills: Adaptability, Agile Project Management, Business Planning, Collaborative Leadership, Data-Driven Decision Making, Industry Trend Analysis, Market Research, Pharmaceutical Market, Portfolio Management, Project Management, Resource Allocation, Risk Management, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE 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.

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Employee Status

Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 10/31/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.