Merck KGaA Posted September 11, 2026

Senior Project Manager Finance - Transformation Projects (all genders) part/full-time

Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

Your role:

As a science and technology company with a strong position in key markets globally – our company is continuously evolving through M&A and transformations. The Group sets ambitious value-generating targets for its M&A delas and transformations.

As Senior Project Manager Transformations & Integrations, reporting into Group Controlling, you drive the financial integration of M&A transactions and carve-outs across all project phases. You act as the central point of contact for post-merger integration, leading financial integration and carve-out workstreams from planning through execution, including acquisition tracking and synergy management. Building on this M&A focus, you also lead global transformation programs, conduct strategic assessments, and take ownership of accounting for one-off costs related to both integrations and transformations. Throughout, you collaborate closely with M&A, Portfolio Execution, Finance, IT, and HR to ensure smooth, well-coordinated delivery.

Who you are:

University degree in Business Administration, Science, or Technology

5+ years of professional experience in Corporate Finance, Business Controlling, at a Big 4 firm, or a top-tier strategy consultancy is strongly preferred

3+ years of operational experience executing post-merger integrations, carve-outs, transformations and/or portfolio management is a must

Expertise in business cases, corporate finance, and valuations is a plus

Strong project management skills to drive global initiatives and act as a sparring partner for executives

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail

Culturally savvy, with determination and strength in change management and communications

AI literacy or interest in AI, including critical thinking and experience with AI tools, concepts, and prompt engineering to accelerate project execution and drive synergies

Affinity, curiosity, and enthusiasm for all three business sectors (Life Sciences, Healthcare and Electronics)

Role Level: Project Manager 3

Department: EF-CO-CT Transformations & Integrations

Job details

Seniority
Manager
Function
Other / Corporate Functions
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany
Employment type
FULL_TIME

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