Drive sourcing and contracting strategies of large molecules from commercialization thru post NDA launch by obtaining sponsorship and leading cross-functional teams Develop and implement robust sourcing strategies that link to core business deliverables while leveraging the marketplace and supplier communityDevelop and maintain strong relationships with key leaders and stakeholders in Commercialization, External Manufacturing, Quality/Regulatory, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, and Shared Business Services, and other corporate functionsPoint of contact for multiple complex and difficult to manage key strategic supplier relationships totaling of overall $1B in annual spend around the world Implement Supplier Value Management to foster innovation, manage supplier performance, establish appropriate governance model, and ensure continuous improvement

•Providing high quality analytical analysis, strategic analysis, and insight into suppliers and markets • Preparing and supporting pre-negotiation planning, live negotiations as well as leading and conducting RFIs, RFP/Qs, e-auctions and quotation analysis and cost modeling• Conducting extensive Master Service Agreement negotiations • Conducting effective risk assessments & establishing appropriate risk mitigation plans • Supporting top enterprise supplier relationships with scope of +$300 million in annual spend • Driving execution of strategic initiatives including external manufacturing sustainability programs on Scope 3 Emissions reduction

• Conduct market analysis and co-lead sourcing project encompassing start to end supply chain for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients & Key Intermediates as part of global savings initiative• Ensure supply of critical products and drive value through contract negotiation• Manage supplier relationships with 6 key API suppliers and support Focus Factory team members including quality, engineering, production planning, and continuous improvement

• Led cross-functional sourcing teams for both commercial and pipeline drug substance and drug product to evaluate and site programs with contract manufacturing organizations and contract research organizations including business case development, market analysis, RFI, strategy approval, RFP, evaluation, risk assessments, and project management• Negotiated contracts with strategic suppliers, developed financial modeling tool to facilitate discussion with cost savings over $24 MM, and executed contract amendments following negotiation outcomes• Managed Third Party Risk relationship with top enterprise suppliers through risk mitigation actions, such as rollout of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and Ethics and Compliance assessments • Developed category strategies in preparation of Strategic Sourcing Council (SSC) and ongoing strategic planning efforts for Global Operations Sourcing Large Molecule Biologics, Vaccines, and Devices • Created new tool with cross-functional team to simplify budgeting and forecasting for Non-Commercial Drug Spend • Established a standard business process with cross-functional team that integrates a comprehensive evaluation for Analytical Siting throughout the full lifecycle of the Sourcing Business Process

• Drove innovation strategy with cross-functional sprint team, leading creation of network, process, and tools by understanding and executing on business needs• Developed dashboards using Spotfire and Qlik Sense technologies for leadership to assess strategic performance• Streamlined decision making in Process, Operations & Strategy team through development of technology, sustainability, facilities performance & design operating model• Experimented with new platform for sharing knowledge across the organization using AGILE methodology • Brought awareness to strategic initiatives through establishment of GWES Project Management Office

• Contractor for Merck & Co., Inc. within GWES ( Global Workplace Enterprise Services) Technology and Innovation• Lead project to standardize how clients access and understand service offerings in order to strength client experience and promote GWES globally• Design and pilot GWES service catalogue using SharePoint technology

• Led CI project to improve sustainability of IT/FM Ownership & Funding model and timeliness of surrounding process following Lean Six Sigma DMAIC process• Obtained Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification• Created content and maintained Sharepoint Continuous Improvement Community of Practice site • Conducted focus group to assess the health of the community and evaluate its contributions to members and the organization• Led community redesign effort to incorporate new design concepts and community programs• Facilitated continuous improvement events such as awards ceremonies, workshops, and training

• Developed method for testing pH for Non-Aqueous and Mixed to support product stability studies for challenging formulations• Presented poster at internal conference regarding pH testing • Conducted Megatron Directional Stability studies, such as HPLC, viscosity, weight loss, and pH• Created impurities database cataloging known HPLC data and structure for known impurities• Lead Microlax pH studies for T0, 2.5 days, and 15 days study• Determined method accuracy for Bottletop Dispenser equipment to support stability studies• Maintained records in accordance with cGMP and assisted in literature research for new product development

•Launched Vibe Pediatrics pump; controlled all Manufacturing procedures for related PQs and coordinated release with project leader and other departments•Created Manufacturing procedures for Animas Arabic Vibe Performance Qualification to introduce pump into Saudi Arabia market •Piloted Training Within Industry formatting for picture process maps as part of a Johnson & Johnson initiative•Lead Troubleshooting and Replacement process optimization; designed new procedures and layout to reduce touch time, increase output, and incorporate newly designed Engineering test system•Headed Kaizen meeting to address CAPA and NCs with Process Excellence Leader; directed immediate actions and implemented new process to achieve long term goal of prevention•Collected data for possible Refurbishment process and ultimately determined the viability of the intended process•Conducted End of the Year Count with Finance to account for all pumps on line•Assisted with process improvements by updating SOPs and WIs•Interacted with floor associates to make improved suggestions on Manufacturing floor, including installing tooling and revising ergonomics of workstations•Worked cross functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supplier Quality, Regulatory, and Research and Development in a LEAN Manufacturing, GMP, and FDA regulated environment