Associate Director Digital Project Manager

Technology is transforming the way we manufacture. Drive the implementation of innovative digital and automation solutions that enable smarter, more connected and more efficient manufacturing operations across Europe. Join our team as an:

Associate Director Digital Project Manager

Digital Technology, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Industry, Project Management, Shop Floor Management, Technical Project Management

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Job Posting End Date:

10/30/2026

The Digital Manufacturing Team partners closely with colleagues across the business to support our mission of delivering innovative medicines and vaccines to patients and customers around the world. We are a dynamic, forward-thinking team that leverages digital technologies and data-driven solutions to accelerate manufacturing excellence, enhance productivity, and enable business growth.

Working at the intersection of manufacturing, engineering, and technology, we collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to drive digital transformation and support the future of our global manufacturing network.

As an Associate Director Digital Project Manager, you will lead the end-to-end digital scope for major manufacturing capital investment projects across Continental Europe, initially supporting our Animal Health site in Boxmeer, with opportunities to contribute to future projects across the broader portfolio.

Acting as a key interface between business stakeholders, Global Engineering Solutions, Digital Manufacturing teams and external partners, you will ensure the successful delivery of technology solutions that enable new and expanded manufacturing facilities. You will be responsible for defining and overseeing the implementation of manufacturing and shop floor technologies, ensuring they are fit for purpose, scalable, compliant and aligned with business objectives.

To succeed in this role, you will bring strong project management expertise, a solid understanding of manufacturing systems and the ability to build and lead cross-functional teams. Through your leadership, you will help accelerate digital transformation and support the continued growth of our manufacturing network while maintaining high standards of quality and operational excellence.

Tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to

The opportunity to step into a new, hands‑on position where you’ll work independently, collaborate across functions and take on real leadership responsibilities. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.

Animal Health

Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world’s food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.

Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in some 150 markets.

For questions about this vacancy

Please send an email including the vacancy number and job title to the following email address: RecruitmentNL@MSD.com. Applications can only be submitted through our career site.