Manager, GPVCM

<p style="text-align:left">Job Description</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>The GPVCM <b>Manager</b> is responsible for providing all aspects of supervision to individuals performing adverse events (AE) case management activities within GPVCM. The GPVCM <b>Manager</b> serves as a knowledgeable resource both in Pharmacovigilance and processes tied to AE processing. This position has a strong foundation in quality and compliance of AE processing and reporting and drives this understanding across team members. Responsibilities may include supervision of staff and interaction with individuals across multiple GPVCM sites under the guidance and direction of the Director, in compliance with our Company Policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines.</p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities and Primary Activities:</b></p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>Works closely with direct reports to set priorities, develop career plans, conduct periodic skill assessments, coach for performance, prepare promotion recommendations as appropriate and provide ongoing feedback and annual performance appraisals.</p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>Monitors and interprets performance metrics to ensure that Compliance, Quality and Productivity goals are met, and work-life balance is maintained. Evaluates complexity of tasks and projects to anticipate and adjust for obstacles. Identifies and implements remediation strategies as appropriate.</p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>Provides technical and process advice to direct reports, ensuring they utilize appropriate resources for guidance.</p><p><span style="color:#1a1a1a">·       </span>Ensures structured team meetings with clear objectives and goals; facilitates meetings effectively and clearly communicates decisions and action items to team members and relevant parties outside of the team.</p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>Provides input on organizational management of GPVCM resources to improve effectiveness and optimize utilization.</p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>Provides developmental opportunities for direct reports, including challenging growth assignments. Ensures direct reports receive appropriate training and mentoring to be successful in their assignments. Develops robust talent strategies in alignment with the business needs to manage holistic talent supply.</p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>Leverages advanced analytics to analyze hiring trends, turnover and applies appropriate strategy to retain and develop talent. Participates in the recruitment process.</p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>Supports functional efforts to simplify and standardize procedures to the greatest extent possible, sharing best practices and leading continuous improvement efforts.</p><p><span style="color:#000000">·       </span>May participate in initiatives beyond functional area (cross-functional initiatives, etc.).</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Required Skills: </b></p>Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Study Protocols, Coaching, Communication, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Review, Data Security, Data Validation, Decision Making, Executive Influence, Good Clinical Data Management Practice (GCDMP), Leadership, Organizational Management (OM), People Leadership, Pharmacovigilance, Prioritization, Productivity Management, Promotion Development, Promotion Marketing, Protocol Review, Recruiting Processes {+ 3 more}<p></p><p><b>Preferred Skills: </b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Employees apply <a target="_blank" href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$6687.htmld">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Contingent Workers apply <a target="_blank" href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully </b><br />Merck &amp; Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp &amp; Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. 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Please, no phone calls or emails. </p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Employee Status: </b></p>Regular<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Relocation:</b></p>No relocation<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>VISA Sponsorship:</b></p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><span>Travel Requirements:</span></b></p>No Travel Required<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Flexible Work Arrangements:</b></p>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Shift:</b></p>Not Indicated<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Valid Driving License:</b></p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Hazardous Material(s):</b></p>no<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Posting End Date:</b></p>06/30/2026<p style="text-align:left"><b><span>*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day <u>BEFORE</u> the listed job posting end date. 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