Marketing Operations Specialist - Remote

Merck Group$63K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Burlington, MA
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Project Management, or related Business discipline
  • 2+ years in marketing operations, project management, or operational roles
  • Experience in fast-paced, global project coordination
  • Familiarity with life sciences or B2B marketing is a plus
  • Strong organizational skills to handle multiple priorities effectively
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Demonstrated relationship-building skills across functions

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate operational planning and initiative timelines for smooth execution
  • Organize multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure clear team communication
  • Manage and maintain marketing operational resources and documentation
  • Drive high-visibility initiatives like planning cycles and operational reviews
  • Track operational metrics to identify trends and mitigate risks
  • Support the implementation of new processes and technologies
  • Identify process efficiencies to promote a culture of continuous improvement
  • Provide operational support that aligns with strategic business goals

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Retirement contributions
  • Sales or performance-based bonuses
  • Employee perks and benefits
Full Job Description
Your Role:

In this role you will support the day-to-day operations of the Marketing Strategy team by coordinating planning activities, operational reporting, team communications, organizational processes, and operational initiatives that enable efficient and effective execution. This role plays a critical part in enabling the Marketing Center to operate at scale, ensuring that integrated marketing programs are executed with consistency, speed, and rigor across a complex, matrixed organization. Working closely with the Senior Marketing Operations Manager, Marketing Process & Operations, Integrated Marketing Leaders, and cross-functional partners, this role helps maintain the teams operating cadence, supports integrated marketing planning activities, coordinates organizational priorities, and contributes to continuous operational improvement.
  • Drive Priority Marketing Execution: Coordinate operational planning, initiative timelines, and key deliverables to ensure consistent, friction-free execution across the Marketing Center.
  • Facilitate Cross-Functional Alignment: Organize multi-disciplinary meetings, align team communications, and track action items to maintain clarity and seamless collaboration.
  • Standardize Tools & Templates: Maintain and manage operational resources, documentation, and reporting to establish consistent ways of working across all marketing teams.
  • Support Key Organizational Events: Drive execution for high-visibility initiatives, including planning cycles, Marketing Day, operational reviews, and leadership meetings.
  • Monitor Performance & Mitigate Risk: Track operational metrics to uncover trends, surface risks early, and provide actionable insights for informed decision-making.
  • Lead Operational Adoption: Support the rollout and long-term adoption of new processes, technologies, and best practices across the department.
  • Champion Continuous Improvement: Identify efficiency gains and streamline workflows to build a lasting culture of operational excellence.
  • Enable Strategic Business Priorities: Deliver disciplined operational support that strengthens organizational effectiveness and directly accelerates core business goals.


Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Project Management, or other Business discipline.
  • 2+ years of experience in marketing operations, marketing coordination, project management, program coordination, or other operational roles.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience coordinating projects, timelines, meetings, or cross-functional initiatives in a Global, fast-paced environment.
  • Experience within life sciences or a B2B marketing environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate across functions.


Pay Range for this position: $63,400 - $120,000 / year

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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There has never been a more opportune time to join Merck Group, a leading science and technology company in healthcare, life science, and performance materials. Merck Group offers a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional aspirations, making it an ideal environment for both seasoned experts and those at the start of their career journey.

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At Merck Group, every team member contributes to breakthrough innovations in healthcare, life sciences, and electronics. The company's commitment to diversity and innovation fuels its leadership in various sectors, driving growth and transformation globally. Merck Group’s career paths are diverse, offering positions that challenge individuals to use their skills in new ways every day, supported by robust training programs and development opportunities.

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Employees at Merck Group are encouraged to engage in networking and professional development activities that enhance their career trajectories. The company hosts various networking events, workshops, and seminars that are designed to hone skills and foster connections within the industry. Leadership development programs are also a cornerstone, preparing employees for future roles of increased responsibility.

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