Merck used to be a great company - Anonymous employee Merck Employee Review

2.0
Apr 22, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

For the most part, the people you work with in the trenches are great. Benefits decent, but little reward or recognition.

Cons

Management is spread too thin and does not see what really happens. Company getting very cheap and sneaky with changing policies and benefits. If you aren't a "golden child", you are not going to advance anywhere.

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Cons

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Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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