Global Product Business Owner - Pet Owner Platform & Database(Hybrid Position)

Job DescriptionThe Pet Owner Platform & Database Global Product Owner will be accountable for creating a comprehensive view of the pet owner by leveraging new and existing data sources and utilizing these data driven insights to optimize and develop new engagement strategies which will deliver a sustainable business impact for our Company's Animal Health companion animal business.This role will work in close partnership with global, regional and local Marketing Teams, IT, other product owners and SMEs from multiple functions at all levels of the organization to develop an optimal customer-centric experience for pet owners that is aligned with brand strategies. The Pet Owner Platform & Database Product Owner will create scalable strategies and processes that integrate innovative best practices to increase customer engagement, loyalty and advocacy; and drive cross-portfolio commercial opportunities and results.We are seeking a digital savvy and results driven leader with a deep understanding of B2C marketing. This role will act as player-coach in the leadership role, advocating and implementing agile ways of working. The selected candidate will be a critical contributor to our Company's Animal Health’s larger Digital Transformation initiative and, as such, will provide quarterly progress reports to our Company's Animal Health Senior Executive Operating Committee.Responsibilities:Based on data driven insights and external trends (e.g., market research, competition analysis), formulate and test hypotheses, identify and develop an innovative strategy and guide execution aligned to strategic business goals and growth priorities.

Propose, pilot, and implement creative approaches to engage new and existing pet owners and facilitate increased brand loyalty, as well as, drive cross-portfolio commercial opportunities and results.

Analyze performance and business impact of campaigns and other projects (ex: revenue, ROI, customer LTV) and use this data to constantly evolve and improve results.

In strong alignment with IT, create new business value through the identification and implementation of digital technologies, processes, services, platforms, and tools.

Develop and manage product roadmap, backlog and release schedule (i.e., product enhancements), and market implementation aligned with IT and key business partner objectives.

Advise and provide subject matter expertise to establish digital mindsets, skillsets and new ways of working.

Gain sponsorship of the Regional Vice Presidents and General Managers on the implementation of change management strategies.

Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration while creating an environment of continuous improvement.

Create diverse and inclusive work environments through all aspects of talent management: recruitment, development, performance management, and succession planning.

This position can be based in any of our Company's Animal Health locations.Onsite 2-3 times a monthQualifications: 10+ years of experience in the following areas: Marketing, Sales, IT and/or Operations Prior experience working in consumer marketing, preferably in the companion animal spacePreferred Skills/Experience: Prior experience or knowledge of Agile Scrum delivery teams and methodologies Prior experience in building and designing websites, wireframes and software applications Successful design and deployment of change management tools and techniques resulting in widespread adoption of enterprise-wide initiatives Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience building strong teams and setting the tone for a high-trust environment Proactive, innovative spirit in researching and responding quickly to new ideas and trendsEducation:High School DiplomaOur IT team operates as a business partner proposing ideas and innovative solutions that enable new organizational capabilities. We collaborate internationally to deliver the services and solutions that help everyone to be more productive and enable innovation.Who we are …We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.What we look for …Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.New hires in office-based roles in the US & Puerto Rico will be required, subject to applicable law, to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or qualify for a medical or religious exemption to this vaccination requirement that can be accommodated without an undue burden to the operation. However, subject to applicable law, employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as employees in health services, customer facing commercial, or research based roles, will be required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.Current Employees apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/inst/1422$1533/rel-task/3001$14.htmld)Current Contingent Workers apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld)US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here (https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/aCdfqL) if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:EEOC Poster (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)EEOC GINA Supplement​OFCCP EEO Supplement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCPEEOSupplementFinalJRFQA508c.pdf)Pay Transparency NondiscriminationWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.Search Firm Representatives Please Read CarefullyMerck & 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. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.Employee Status:RegularRelocation:No relocationVISA Sponsorship:NoTravel Requirements:10%Flexible Work Arrangements:TelecommutingShift:1st - DayValid Driving License:YesHazardous Material(s):Number of Openings:1Requisition ID: R186341