Dangerous Goods Expert (all genders) (full-time / part-time)

Merck Group; Darmstadt; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Group is seeking a qualified professional to shape the future of safe and compliant product transport across a global life science portfolio. You will own the end-to-end process of tracking, interpreting, and implementing international transport requirements, ensuring compliance with DG regulations and driving process improvements.

The role requires Master’s in Chemistry, expertise in DG classifications (DOT, RID/ADR, IATA, IMO), SAP EHSM, and programming skills in Python, Java, and KNIME.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry or related field.
• Expert knowledge of dangerous goods transport regulations (DOT, RID/ADR, IATA, IMO) and DG Safety Advisor training.
• Experience with SAP EHSM and analytical tools.
• Programming experience in Python, Java, KNIME.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Excellent German and English skills (C level).

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of safe and compliant product transport across a global life science portfolio.
• Own the end-to-end process of tracking, interpreting, and implementing international transport requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement, streamlining, and automation of global dangerous goods processes.
• Act as a trusted expert and mentor, influencing technical direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

DG transport regulations

Project management

Communication skills

German language (professional)

English language (professional)

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry

Tools

SAP EHSM

Python

Java

KNIME

Job description

Work Your Magic with us!

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:

In this pivotal role, you will shape the future of safe and compliant product transport across a broad global life science portfolio, driving regulatory excellence at scale. As a subject matter expert in dangerous goods transport regulations, you will own the end-to-end process of tracking, interpreting, and implementing international transport requirements, ensuring full compliance across all relevant regulatory frameworks. You will assess dangerous goods classifications, determine packaging requirements and transport restrictions, and develop compliant solutions in close collaboration with cross functional teams. Beyond day-to-day advisory work, you will lead the continuous improvement, streamlining, and automation of global dangerous goods processes, combining deep technical expertise with a forward-looking mindset to increase both compliance and operational efficiency. Whether working within a team or steering dedicated projects, you will act as a trusted expert and mentor, influencing technical direction and contributing to the strategic development of the function.

This position is limited to 2 years.

Who you are:

• You hold a minimum master's degree in chemistry or a related field.
• You have a sound knowledge of dangerous goods transport and professional expertise in DG classification (DOT, RID/ADR, IATA, IMO, PK1 certification) as well as DG Safety Advisor training.
• You have proven experience with SAP EHSM and common analytic tools.
• You have proven experience in programming (e.g. Python, JAVA, KNIME).
• You have strong project management and communication skills.
• You have excellent German and English skills - C Level.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety 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!