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, located in Rahway, NJ or West Point, PA. Merck is a 44,715-person organization dedicated to advancing global medical breakthroughs and creating a more hopeful future. This program develops future talent for the Global Supplier Management Group and Global Workplace and Enterprise Services, teams critical to delivering value, insights, and solutions that support the company’s mission to save and improve lives.

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: Advance global medical breakthroughs and support work that improves and saves lives around the world.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Data Analysis, Lean Six Sigma (LSS), Integrated Project Management, Process Design, Environmental Scanning, Financial Analysis, Portfolio Management, Category Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Gain diverse experience: Build a strong foundation through three unique rotations over three years, gaining hands-on experience across procurement, supplier management, workplace services, business operations, and digital strategy.
• Drive operational excellence: Work on meaningful projects that support innovation, operational excellence, sustainability, and business growth across global operations.
• Collaborate globally: Collaborate with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders across the company’s global network, supporting discovery, clinical trials, and manufacturing.
• Develop professional skills: Develop professional, communication, analytical, and project management skills through real-world experiences in areas like strategic sourcing, category management, and risk management.
• Shape workplace environments: Contribute to initiatives that shape the future workplace through real estate planning, facilities management, workplace services, and employee experience.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of a high school diploma with at least 2 years of professional experience, demonstrating leadership abilities and a commitment to advancing Merck’s vision and mission.
• Experience: Proven ability to quickly learn, adapt to new roles, teams, and situations, and manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
• Skills: Analytical Thinking, Adaptability, Project Management, Process Improvements, Data Analysis.
• Bonus: Strong communication skills (both in-person and in writing), a self-starter with a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a diverse and inclusive culture.