Senior Specialist

Merck Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Group is seeking a data analytics professional in Bengaluru to design and optimize pricing analytics, build robust data pipelines, and translate large datasets into actionable pricing recommendations. The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration to sustain revenue and margins.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience in data analytics or pricing analytics, strong programming skills, and experience with cloud platforms and data visualization

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Business, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with data analytics, data engineering, or pricing analytics (3–5 years).
• Experience with large datasets and scalable analytics solutions.
• Proficiency in ETL, big data modeling, and at least one programming language (Python, Java, or JavaScript).
• Data visualization tools and cloud-based data platforms experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, validation, and continuous improvement of scalable pricing models.
• Develop robust data pipelines and analytics tools to generate actionable market and pricing insights.
• Transform complex datasets into clear recommendations that support pricing and commercial decisions.
• Partner with Commercial, Franchise, and Customer Excellence stakeholders to promote data-driven decision-making.
• Champion digitalization initiatives and embed advanced analytics across the organization.
• Ensure pricing analytics solutions are maintainable, reliable, and aligned with revenue and margin objectives.

Skills

ETL methodologies

Big data modeling

Programming languages (Python/Java/JS)

Data visualization

Cloud data platforms

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in Business, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field

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 unimageable with us.

Your Role

• Lead the design, validation, and continuous improvement of scalable pricing models.
• Develop robust data pipelines and analytics tools to generate actionable market and pricing insights.
• Transform complex datasets into clear recommendations that support pricing and commercial decisions.
• Partner with Commercial, Franchise, and Customer Excellence stakeholders to promote data-driven decision-making.
• Champion digitalization initiatives and embed advanced analytics across the organization.
• Ensure pricing analytics solutions are maintainable, reliable, and aligned with revenue and margin objectives.

Who You Are

• You bring a strong blend of technical expertise and commercial curiosity, with the ability to translate data into decisions that matter.
• You hold a master's degree or equivalent professional experience in Business, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• You have 3 to 5 years of hands‑on experience in data analytics, data Engineering, or pricing analytics, including working with large datasets of one million or more records.
• You are proficient in ETL methodologies, big data modeling, and at least one object‑oriented or functional programming language such as Python, Java, or JavaScript and have experience with data visualization tools.
• You have solid experience with relational and non‑relational databases and are comfortable working with cloud‑based data platforms.
• You can independently design, build, and maintain analytics solutions and KPI frameworks, applying self‑developed protocols and best practices.
• You demonstrate AI literacy, understanding how artificial intelligence and Machine learning tools work, assessing their practical applications and limitations in a commercial analytics context, and applying ethical considerations including bias, fairness, and data governance when working with AI driven insights.
• You communicate complex analytical findings clearly to diverse stakeholders and are confident training and enabling non‑technical teams on data solutions.
• You are adaptable, organized, and have a customer‑oriented mindset, with prior experience in pricing, commercial, or market analytics environment considered a strong advantage

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it 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 those impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!