Associate Director, Technology Partnership

Merck · Lenexa, KS

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CommercialFull-time$142k–$224kCompany career page

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Merck seeks an Associate Director of Technology Partnership for North America Animal Health to bridge commercial strategy and IT capabilities. This relationship-driven leader will manage technology initiatives for sales, marketing, and eCommerce functions across the US and Canada, driving adoption and measurable business impact.

What they're looking for

5+ years progressive IT experience supporting commercial, sales, marketing, or supply chain processes
Proven track record building trusted stakeholder relationships that influence strategy and investment decisions
Experience managing teams in matrixed environments (account managers, business analysts, architects)
Strong portfolio, demand, and financial management experience with budgets and forecasting
Working knowledge of marketing technology stacks, analytics, AI solutions, and commercial platforms
Familiarity with software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies, and governance frameworks
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related field preferred

What you'll be doing

Build and maintain high-trust relationships across commercial functions and global IT partners
Lead design, prioritization, and delivery of technology solutions aligned with regulatory and compliance requirements
Drive adoption of implemented solutions and partner with IT teams to build scalable, efficient platforms
Develop business cases, manage regional demand intake, and ensure value-based prioritization of initiatives
Define and monitor KPIs for solution adoption, customer engagement, revenue impact, and operational efficiency

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