Director, Sls Strategy

vor 1 Woche


Darmstadt, Deutschland Merck KGaA Vollzeit

Job Id

291258
- Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany
- Job Type

Full-time

Work Your Magic with us

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans - so do we Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your role:
We are excited to present a unique opportunity within the Strategy Development team for the position of Director Strategy Development in the Science and Lab Solutions (SLS) business. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping our strategic direction as part of an enthusiastic, diverse, and vibrant team. You will lead the development of innovative strategies and own top-priority cross-business unit strategic projects while collaborating closely with stakeholders across the organization, including Life Science and Business Unit Strategy teams, Commercial, E-commerce, Global Strategic Accounts, R&D, Operations, and Finance. Market and competitive analyses, along with the identification of trends and the formulation of actionable recommendations, are also integral components of the role. Your insights will be critical in guiding decision-making at the SLS management level, particularly in areas of capital allocation and strategic priorities.

Who you are:

- An outstanding Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Natural Science, or a related field; a PhD or MBA is a plus.
- A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in a renowned strategy or consulting firm, Big Four, or in a strategic role within an industrial company in the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector.
- A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to navigate and thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment.
- Strong analytical capabilities paired with a demonstrated aptitude for strategic and conceptual thinking.
- Proven expertise in strategic planning and financial analysis, with a solid understanding of economic trends affecting our business.
- Experience in leading cross-functional projects and managing stakeholders effectively in a fast-paced setting.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (both written and spoken); proficiency in German or another foreign language is an advantage. Proficient use of MS Office is essential.

**What we offer**:We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress

and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity
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WHAT WE OFFER
Money makes the world go round. But at our company there’s more than just financial rewards. We offer a range of attractive benefits to help you work your magic.
Saving & Finacial
Our 401(k) Plan includes a generous company-matching contribution and an additional discretionary contribution each year.
We also provide tax-advantaged accounts for you to save for healthcare, commuting expenses, company-provided and buy-up life insurance to help you protect your financial future.
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