Emerging Talent Rotational (ETR) Program

Job Description

2027 Future Talent – Global Supplier Management Group and Global Workplace & Enterprise Svcs. Emerging Talent Rotational Program | Merck

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role at Merck, based in Rahway, NJ or West Point, PA, starting August 2027. Merck is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to innovating for a more hopeful future by collaborating with partners, global sites, and suppliers to deliver value, insights, and solutions. This Emerging Talent Rotational Program plays a critical role in developing future talent within Global Supplier Management Group and Global Workplace & Enterprise Services, directly supporting the company’s mission to save and improve lives worldwide. Participants will contribute to strategic supplier partnerships, procurement excellence, and the creation of inspiring workplace environments.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Rahway, NJ or West Point, PA
• Pay: $65100–$102500 yearly
• Team: Global Supplier Management Group (GSMG) and Global Workplace & Enterprise Services (GWES)
• Mission: Build a strong foundation through unique rotations, supporting innovation, operational excellence, sustainability, and business growth to advance global medical breakthroughs.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word

What You’ll Actually Do
• Drive strategic outcomes across procurement, supplier management, workplace services, business operations, and digital strategy functions.
• Execute meaningful projects that advance innovation, operational excellence, sustainability, and business growth.
• Partner with global colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders across the company’s network to deliver value and solutions.
• Cultivate professional, analytical, communication, and project management skills through real-world experiences.
• Build a robust professional network while exploring diverse career trajectories within Global Supplier Management Group and Global Workplace & Enterprise Services.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of a high school diploma with at least 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience: Demonstration of leadership abilities, analytical acumen, inquisitive nature, perceptive insights, and a commitment to advancing the company’s vision and mission.
• Skills: Analytical Thinking, Integrated Project Management, Material Sourcing, Process Improvements, Strong Communication Skills.
• Bonus: Adaptability to new roles and situations with a willingness to rotate through different business areas, ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, self-starter with a strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities, and ability to thrive in a diverse and inclusive culture.