Graduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, or Business., Fluent in English and Spanish; international experience is a plus., Strong background in Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Chemical industries with experience in commercial functions and project management., Proven ability to lead and develop teams with effective communication and negotiation skills..
Key responsibilities:
Leads subregional sales strategy, business planning, and execution aligned with global goals.
Acts as the legal representative for the company in regulatory matters and participates in compliance committees.
Manages and develops teams, overseeing HR systems and promoting diversity initiatives.
Fosters strong customer relationships and defines pricing strategies while managing contracts and sales operations.
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Together with our colleagues, customers and stakeholders, we impact life and health with science. Before researchers can make scientific breakthroughs, they must have access to state-of-the-art tools, services and expertise to perform experiments and engineer new products. That’s where we come in.
We offer one of the broadest portfolios in the industry for scientists, best-in-class products for pharmaceutical development and manufacturing, and a fully integrated service organization to support CDMO and contract testing across traditional and novel modalities.
Our vision is a world where our innovative products, services and digital offerings help create solutions for people globally and a sustainable future for generations to come.
Merck is a global science and technology company with around 60,000 employees in more than 66 countries.
Not intended for US & CA visitors.
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.
Your Role
Strategic Leadership & Commercial Management: Leads subregional sales strategy, business planning, and execution aligned with global goals. Monitors financial KPIs and ensures commercial procedures follow global and legal standards.
Legal & Compliance Representation Acts as the legal representative for the company in regulatory matters. Participates in compliance committees, legal integration workshops, and SOP definition.
People Leadership & Development: Manages and develops teams, oversees HR systems (HR4you), and promotes diversity initiatives. Drives communication and performance at all organizational levels.
Project & Risk Management: Leads cross-functional projects with clear scopes, budgets, and timelines. Ensures risk assessments, resource planning, and compliance with audit and CAPA actions.
Customer Engagement & Operational Excellence: Fosters strong customer relationships and satisfaction through regular visits and support alignment. Defines communication channels and supervises sales operations (SFDC, initiatives).
Educational Background: Graduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, or Business.
Fluent in English and Spanish; international experience is a plus.
Industry Experience: Strong background in Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Chemical industries. Experience across commercial functions and project management.
Leadership & People Management: Proven ability to lead and develop teams with limited supervision. Motivates others through empowerment and clear direction.
Core Competencies: Future-oriented, results-driven, innovative, and collaborative. Thrives in complex and dynamic environments.
Communication & Influence: Effective communicator with strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Builds alignment across teams and stakeholders.
Tools & Business Acumen: Skilled in business analysis and tools like Power BI and SFDC. Understands market dynamics and supports data-driven decisions.
The location base is in PORTO RICO.
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it 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 our diverse team!
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Biotech: Biology + Technology
Spoken language(s):
EnglishSpanish
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