Good Co., but Morale Low. - Project Manager Merck Employee Review

3.0
20 Jan 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Merck has a very good mission and vision. Good Company overall. Our Vaccines are the tops! Good pay - but I think other companies are catching up or surpassing us.

Cons

People are overworked, under appreciated, and morale is very low. The communication is inconsistent and Sr. Mgt. relies on a "whisper down the lane" approach which is very risky for errors. Who do I work for? What should I be doing? There is too much ambiguity right now. Change is good but it has been constantly changing and we are not sure what our end goal is.

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Pros

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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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