Global Transformation Project Manager

Merck Group; Philippines; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Group is seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end transformation initiatives, including post-merger integration and business development, within a global DES organization.

You will collaborate with Strategy, Governance & Transformation - I&T, PMO, and cross-entity stakeholders to deliver medium to long-term programs in Finance, HR, Procurement, and Technology, while maintaining strong relationships with clients.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of overall professional experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a project leadership role.
• Minimum 3-4 years of experience in business process effectiveness or development.
• Proven track record of leading end-to-end Transformation projects with teams of 20-50 FTE or more.
• Experience delivering Non-Complex Program Transformation and Strategic Global Enterprise initiatives in Finance, HR, Procurement, or Technology.
• Strong stakeholder management with senior/executive audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in complex, international environments.
• Solid knowledge of PM methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid).
• Exposure to ERP platforms such as SAP S/4HANA or Workday.

Responsibilities

• Manage 1-2 project portfolios spanning transformation, PMI, BD, and other DES and GES Hub initiatives.
• Define and apply processes and procedures to ensure successful project execution across full lifecycle.
• Proactively identify key risks and mitigation plans with stakeholders.
• Monitor and report progress, quality, and risk status through governance calls and exec presentations.
• Steer portfolio planning in alignment with Integration & Transformation leadership and PMO.
• Oversee calibration, identify resource gaps, and coordinate timely adjustments to stay on track.
• Apply standard project management tools and templates per the defined methodology.
• Ensure quality assurance across the full project portfolio.
• Lead research to identify new business opportunities and customer needs.
• Arrange and lead business development meetings with prospective clients.
• Cultivate and grow long-term relationships with new and existing customers.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Waterfall/Hybrid Agile

PM tools (MS Project/JIRA/Smartsheet)

ERP platforms (SAP S/4HANA/Workday)

Client-facing/business development

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Smartsheet

SAP S/4HANA

Workday

Job description

Merck Group is seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end transformation initiatives, including post-merger integration and business development, within a global DES organization.

You will collaborate with Strategy, Governance & Transformation - I&T, PMO, and cross-entity stakeholders to deliver medium to long-term programs in Finance, HR, Procurement, and Technology, while maintaining strong relationships with clients.