Crushing place to work - Senior Manager Merck Employee Review

2.0
22 Nov 2018
Recommend
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Pros

Salary and benefits are comparable to other Pharma companies.

Cons

Senior management and HR, in particular, give lip service to employee engagement and development. Yes, they perform an annual employee survey. Followup on ACTUAL employee concerns is left to senior leaders who created the situation in the first place, and who have no clue on how to address real issues. Work/life balance is non-existent. Simple decisions, like moving employees with 20 yrs of experience, (and who perform jobs which require tight information security) into cubicle farms, might seem like a great idea if you're trying to squeeze budgets. Impact on employee morale and productivity, however, is underestimated.

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Pros

End of the year shutdown which includes paid time off

Cons

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4.0
2 Jun 2026
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Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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