Merck KGaA Posted August 26, 2026

Project Manager

Bonifacio Global City, Metro Manila, Philippines FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

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.

Project manage multiple initiatives from scoping through to implementation and roll out. And work jointly with cross-functional partners inside and outside of DES to establish operations that improve service experience and support.

The project portfolio consists of transformation of New Scope and/or Existing Scope services in HR, Finance and Procurement processes related to a regional branch of the Global Business Services (GBS) organization, and other types of projects, such as Strategical initiatives including Transformations, Post Merger Integrations, and Business Development initiatives. Able to work in complex/international environments, he/she will support and lead projects with medium to long-term scope typically embedded in the context of larger programs. Closely aligned with the DES Strategy, Governance and Transformation – I&T, key stakeholders of the DES organization and its legal entities involved, he/she is accountable for delivering simple to medium complexity projects assigned.

Your Role;

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of transformation, post-merger integration, and business development initiatives. Working closely with the DES Strategy, Governance & Transformation – I&T leadership team, PMO, and key stakeholders across legal entities, you will:

Manage 1–2 project portfolios spanning transformation, post-merger integration (PMI), business development, and other DES and GES Hub strategic initiatives.

Define and apply processes and procedures that ensure the successful execution of projects across their full lifecycle.

Proactively identify key risks, prioritize mitigation actions, and agree on clear resolution plans with relevant stakeholders.

Monitor and report on the progress, quality, and risk status of your project portfolio through regular governance calls and management presentations.

Steer portfolio planning in close alignment with the Integration & Transformation leadership team, PMO, and key stakeholders.

Oversee project calibration, identify potential resource gaps, and coordinate timely adjustments to keep delivery on track.

Apply standard project management tools and templates in line with the defined Project Methodology.

Ensure quality assurance across your full project portfolio.

Lead research efforts to identify new business opportunities and emerging customer needs.

Arrange, facilitate, and lead business development meetings with prospective clients.

Cultivate and grow long-term relationships with both new and existing customers.

Who you Are:

You are a structured, proactive, and collaborative project management professional who is equally comfortable leading complex transformation projects and engaging with senior stakeholders. You bring:

3–5 years of overall professional experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a project leadership role.

Minimum 3–4 years of experience in business process effectiveness or development.

Proven track record of leading and managing end-to-end Transformation projects (Lift & Shift / Lift & Transform) with teams of 20–50 FTE or more.

Experience delivering Non-Complex Program Transformation and Strategic Global Enterprise-level initiatives in Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, or Technology.

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to present clearly and confidently to senior and executive leadership.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in complex, international, and cross-functional environments.

Solid command of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid) and tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or SmartSheet.

Experience in IT, HR, Global Procurement (P2P), or Finance Service Center/Operations.

Background in Contact Centers, Technology Shared Services, or GBS Transformation environments.

Familiarity with ERP platforms such as SAP S/4HANA or Workday.

PMP certification or Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) is a strong advantage.

Exposure to business development or client-facing activities in a professional services or GBS context.

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!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Job details

Seniority
Manager
Function
BD&L & Strategic Planning
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Bonifacio Global City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

Computed from every other active BD&L & Strategic Planning role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 52 comparable Manager BD&L & Strategic Planning roles across 20 biopharma companies.

52Comparable roles tracked
48Currently active
20Companies hiring similar roles
10Countries represented

Salary context

23 of 52 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

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Peer group range $99,450 – $229,000 (median $168,090)

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India2
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Seniority mix

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Manager32
Associate Director17
Associate3

Therapeutic area mix

7 of 52 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Dermatology & Aesthetics5
Oncology1
Cardiovascular / CVRM1

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