Head of eMERGE Product

Merck Group$179K — $269K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field with 10+ years in digital and data product leadership, preferably in life sciences.
  • Expertise in technology and processes for building data-as-a-service products.
  • Experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Experience with cGMP validated data workflows preferred.
  • Proven track record in building and scaling high-performing teams in a global environment.
  • Strong business acumen in product and portfolio strategy implementation.
  • Customer-focused mindset with voice-of-the-customer insight.

Responsibilities

  • Lead eMERGE™ data and digital product strategy and roadmap.
  • Translate customer needs into actionable product requirements.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable data services.
  • Drive adoption and go-to-market planning for product strategies.
  • Engage stakeholders across Millipore Sigma to communicate value and insights.
  • Turn complex data into accessible insights to accelerate drug development.
  • Manage a diverse team to ensure project goals and alignment with organizational mission.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for personal and family needs.
  • Retirement contributions to support long-term financial health.
  • Opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
Full Job Description
Your Role:

As the Head of eMERGE Product you will lead the eMERGE™ data and digital product strategy, roadmap, and governance; translate customer needs into actionable product requirements; partner with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable data services and user-centric experiences; drive adoption, go-to-market planning, and stakeholder engagement across Millipore Sigma. You are experienced at turning complex process data into accessible, trusted insights that accelerate drug development by leading a high-impact program to deliver value aligned with Millipore Sigma's mission and vision. Currently, our team consists of 4 direct, 6 indirect members in projects, totaling 10, with a structure that spans across core disciplines. The role is based in either Burlington MA or Darmstadt, Germany, with hybrid work options up to 3 days a week.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in related field with 10+ years in digital and data product leadership, preferably within the life sciences sector
  • Solid expertise in the technology & processes needed to build and commercialize data-as-a-service products
  • Experience in life sciences or pharmaceutical industry


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with cGMP validated data workflows preferred.
  • Proven track record building and scaling high-performing, diverse teams in a global, matrixed environment.
  • Strong business acumen with experience shaping and implementing product and portfolio strategies
  • Customer-focused mindset with solid voice-of-the-customer and market insight practices.
  • Skilled at stakeholder management, executive storytelling, and cross-functional collaboration
  • Data-driven with advanced analytical and decision-making capabilities
  • Excellent communication, influencing, and facilitation skills across regions and functions
  • Willingness to travel globally up to 25%


Pay Range for this position: $179,700 - $269,500.

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

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