Senior Executive Assistant, Global Supply

msd; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Long-term incentive

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to support the AVP and GSMG leadership. The role emphasizes organization, confidentiality, and proactive prioritization in a fast-paced, global environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, travel, onboarding, HR transactions, and supporting data reporting. A high school diploma and 3+ years in senior administration are required; advanced office skills and SAP experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Executive Administration supporting senior executives (Sr. Director and above).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience with SAP processing: Expense Reports, Purchase Orders, and Payment Requests.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings and manage calendars across time-zones.
• Arrange travel plans and manage expense reporting.
• Assist with onboarding/interview processes and HR transactions.
• Create and maintain agendas, data files, and PowerPoint decks for weekly meetings.
• Utilize SharePoint and Ariba for data/file management and reporting.

Skills

Executive Administration

Scheduling

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

AA/BA preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to support the AVP and GSMG leadership. The role emphasizes organization, confidentiality, and proactive prioritization in a fast-paced, global environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, travel, onboarding, HR transactions, and supporting data reporting. A high school diploma and 3+ years in senior administration are required; advanced office skills and SAP experience are preferred.