Merck Life Science KGaA

Role Description As the Field Marketing Expert (all genders) for Western Europe, you will serve as the regional expert in the Food & Beverage sector, providing valuable input to global marketing plans. You will: - Translate global strategies into actionable regional execution plans. - Develop and drive marketing campaigns focused on lead generation and brand awareness. - Produce sales tools and help create sales opportunities that align with both global and regional priorities. - Deliver product and application training to both the Sales team and customers. - Organize and host webinars. - Represent our BioMonitoring products at customer events, seminars, and industry organizations. - Build and maintain strong external networks by liaising with key opinion leaders and regulators. - Support the Sales Force in the field by joining customer visits. - Capture and analyze field data as well as relevant regulations, providing insights into market and sales trends. - Incorporate customer feedback to advise on competitor positioning and pricing. - Engage in portfolio planning, support new product development and market research. - Drive product seeding efforts in Western Europe. This position is home-based within Europe, requiring regular travel across the region (up to 60% of your time) to strengthen customer relationships and presence at industry engagements. Qualifications - Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a closely related field; advanced business or finance qualifications are a plus. - At least 5 years of commercial experience in sales, marketing, or technical support within the Life Science industry. - Strong expertise in microbiology applications specific to the Food and Beverage market and an understanding of its sub-segments. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. - Fluency in English is essential; additional European languages are considered an asset. - Track record of managing complex sales processes and developing innovative solutions to customer challenges. - Demonstrated intrapreneurial mindset, taking ownership and driving innovation within your role. - Highly agile, proactive, and customer-focused, able to influence effectively across teams and external partners. Benefits - Access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. - A culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress.

Role Description The Life Science ERP Program Business Process Expert (BPE) for Manufacturing plays a pivotal role in transforming our Manufacturing business strategy. Reporting to the Manufacturing Business Process Owner, you will manage the preparation & deployment of Key Design Decisions that will impact the business for years to come. You will collaborate with other BPEs, IT Solution Experts, and Data Experts to drive continuous improvement and align our business strategy to build the newest LS ERP solution. Your expertise in Manufacturing processes, especially within the Life Sciences industry, will be crucial. You will define key business processes within the ERP system, identify areas for improvement, develop detailed process documentation, and balance multiple responsibilities to deliver high-quality results. If you are passionate about driving operational excellence & have a proven track record in change management and project execution, this is the opportunity for you to make a significant impact and grow your career. - Responsible for preparation of Manufacturing Key Design Decisions & deployment activities, ensuring adherence to harmonization targets - Drive business process change on an operational level as a change agent while ensuring process simplification & process/system standardization - Identifies areas for process improvement & works with relevant stakeholders (e.g., BPEs, ITSEs, Data Experts) to implement change - Develops detailed process documentation & maintains up-to-date records of all design and deployment activities - Synthesizes information & provides strong recommendations incorporating business context & dependencies while establishing clear prioritization criteria to determine tradeoffs - Anticipates impact not only to one's own function but to the broader organization & takes decisions based on broader business benefit - Leverages advanced problem-solving & analytical skills to drive progress on simplifying and improving complex work processes - Travel will be required to support workshops and future implementations, up to 30% - Preferred geographies include Europe and North America and can be located at any of our sites or can be fully remote with travel expected. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field; advanced degree preferred - Minimum of 5 years of experience working in Manufacturing processes or a related field - Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP systems within the Life Sciences industry - Proven track record in managing complex business processes and implementations - Experience in project management, including planning, execution, and stakeholder management Requirements - Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze highly complex business processes - Ability to simplify complex information into clear, actionable insights - Effective communication skills to work closely with various stakeholders and ensure alignment - Demonstrated ability to support the strategic design & development of ERP templates & processes - Expertise in change management, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption during process changes - Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues - Ability to manage multiple projects & tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail - Fluent in English, additional foreign language is beneficial Department LS-SC-DRM Job Evaluation Expert 3 TA Gap Rattimasakol

As part of the digital transformation of the Life Science business, we are implementing advanced digital technologies in our manufacturing, distribution, and quality control operations (ISCO - Integrated Supply Chain and Operations). As a Senior Manufacturing OT Engineer, you will oversee one or more major Manufacturing OT projects within our portfolio located in Asia Pacific (APAC) and the European Union (EU), as well as manage OT programs for several IT/OT systems. This position reports to our global Engineering and Technology group within ISCO. This role can be place at any location in Europe close to LS site. The role has two primary objectives: Guidance and Governance: Provide oversight for one or more key site projects involving Manufacturing IT/OT systems. Program Leadership: Collaborate with IT program leads to generate business value from IT/OT investments and lead comprehensive rollouts across multiple sites within ISCO for specific Manufacturing OT systems or technologies. You will join a team of over 15 colleagues within the Smart Manufacturing and Digital Transformation team in Engineering & Technology (E&T). You will collaborate with sector team members, site sponsors, site teams, quality, engineering, and other departments to effectively understand business needs across the network and optimize the use of IT/OT systems or technologies. Remote work options and other geographies may be considered on a case-by-case basis. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Execution Oversight: Ensure projects are executed within established global guidelines, which you may help establish. Engagement: Facilitate engagement with sponsors, supply chain members, and project teams during escalations to drive effective decision-making. Governance: Ensure project teams provide regular reporting and hold Steering Committees (SCs) during project execution. Lifecycle Planning: Assist the assigned OT Program Manager in identifying and planning lifecycle strategies for systems post-project. Technical Expertise: Provide technical and process guidance to sites on optimizing IT/OT systems, including best practices and avoiding common pitfalls. Program Management Responsibilities Include: - Forming and developing the program and its playbook. - Driving implementation roadmaps and ensuring site readiness for project execution. - Supporting IT program leads in vendor selections, evaluations, and presenting recommendations to senior management. - Overseeing program execution at various ISCO sites and ensuring a usable global User Requirements Specification (URS) is created. - Promoting standardization in deploying Manufacturing OT systems and driving solution adoption across sites. - Forming a Center of Expertise (CoE) for a program as needed Program Management for Manufacturing IT/OT systems may include one or more of the following, but not limited to: - Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), - Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), - Daily Digital Management System (DDMS), - Manufacturing Execution System (MES), - Data Historian (DH), - Advanced Analytics, - Integrations across IT/OT systems and larger ISCO Network systems WHO YOU ARE: - Proven experience in delivering digital transformation capabilities through projects in a manufacturing environment. - 7-10 years of relevant technical experience as a Manufacturing Systems Engineer. - A university degree, preferably a BS or MS from an accredited university or college, in an engineering or science discipline. - 10+ years of relevant experience with an international company, ideally supporting Manufacturing Operations or in a consulting role servicing manufacturing operations. - Experience working with cross-functional teams to create a cohesive manufacturing systems ecosystem, including integrations. - Background as a technical resource, subject matter expert (SME), and project manager for multiple manufacturing OT projects. - Knowledge of GxP and non-GxP compliance and regulatory requirements typical in Life Sciences. - Excellent communication, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to influence senior management in a matrix organization. - Strong problem-solving skills with effective project and time management capabilities. - Proven ability to work productively in a global environment, collaborating with international teams. - Experience in leading Request for Information / Request for Proposal (RFI/RFP) vendor selections. - A collaborative team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and addressing challenges collectively. - Proficiency in English is essential. - Willingness to support one or more APAC projects, currently in South Korea and China. - Willingness to travel regionally and internationally (10%). Department: LS-SC-E Job evaluation: PM 3 TA: Gap Rattimasakol

Role Description As part of the digital transformation of the Life Science business, we are implementing advanced digital technologies in our manufacturing, distribution, and quality control operations (ISCO - Integrated Supply Chain and Operations). As a Senior Manufacturing OT Engineer, you will oversee one or more major Manufacturing OT projects within our portfolio located in Asia Pacific (APAC) and the European Union (EU), as well as manage OT programs for several IT/OT systems. This position reports to our global Engineering and Technology group within ISCO. This role can be placed at any location in Europe close to LS site. The role has two primary objectives: - Guidance and Governance: Provide oversight for one or more key site projects involving Manufacturing IT/OT systems. - Program Leadership: Collaborate with IT program leads to generate business value from IT/OT investments and lead comprehensive rollouts across multiple sites within ISCO for specific Manufacturing OT systems or technologies. You will join a team of over 15 colleagues within the Smart Manufacturing and Digital Transformation team in Engineering & Technology (E&T). You will collaborate with sector team members, site sponsors, site teams, quality, engineering, and other departments to effectively understand business needs across the network and optimize the use of IT/OT systems or technologies. Remote work options and other geographies may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Qualifications - Proven experience in delivering digital transformation capabilities through projects in a manufacturing environment. - 7-10 years of relevant technical experience as a Manufacturing Systems Engineer. - A university degree, preferably a BS or MS from an accredited university or college, in an engineering or science discipline. - 10+ years of relevant experience with an international company, ideally supporting Manufacturing Operations or in a consulting role servicing manufacturing operations. - Experience working with cross-functional teams to create a cohesive manufacturing systems ecosystem, including integrations. - Background as a technical resource, subject matter expert (SME), and project manager for multiple manufacturing OT projects. - Knowledge of GxP and non-GxP compliance and regulatory requirements typical in Life Sciences. - Excellent communication, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to influence senior management in a matrix organization. - Strong problem-solving skills with effective project and time management capabilities. - Proven ability to work productively in a global environment, collaborating with international teams. - Experience in leading Request for Information / Request for Proposal (RFI/RFP) vendor selections. - A collaborative team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and addressing challenges collectively. - Proficiency in English is essential. - Willingness to support one or more APAC projects, currently in South Korea and China. - Willingness to travel regionally and internationally (10%). Requirements - Project Execution Oversight: Ensure projects are executed within established global guidelines, which you may help establish. - Engagement: Facilitate engagement with sponsors, supply chain members, and project teams during escalations to drive effective decision-making. - Governance: Ensure project teams provide regular reporting and hold Steering Committees (SCs) during project execution. - Lifecycle Planning: Assist the assigned OT Program Manager in identifying and planning lifecycle strategies for systems post-project. - Technical Expertise: Provide technical and process guidance to sites on optimizing IT/OT systems, including best practices and avoiding common pitfalls. Benefits - Forming and developing the program and its playbook. - Driving implementation roadmaps and ensuring site readiness for project execution. - Supporting IT program leads in vendor selections, evaluations, and presenting recommendations to senior management. - Overseeing program execution at various ISCO sites and ensuring a usable global User Requirements Specification (URS) is created. - Promoting standardization in deploying Manufacturing OT systems and driving solution adoption across sites. - Forming a Center of Expertise (CoE) for a program as needed. Company Description Department: LS-SC-E Job evaluation: PM 3 TA: Gap Rattimasakol