Branded company with bad manager - Specialist Merck KGaA Employee Review

4.0
Jan 18, 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Company wise it’s good. Family holding company, rich history.

Cons

Management supports only favorites. If you speak against your manager, no promotion even if you create Value to the Organization. You get a 10-12% hike even if you exceed all expectations. If you hold 'Bucket' to your manager, you get a promotion, a 17% hike, a job to your wife, desired shift, fast on role, 5 lakh package and the list goes on. For growth, you need to mirror/echo your manager. One CS ‘manager’ will talk about "Value, Transparency, Motivation, Encouragement" in an open forum, but in reality, if you ask IJP or tried to give him feedback, you will be targeted. That manager will make sure an Employee will get bad supervisor or vice versa etc. Smart way to destroy the opponents.! Dear COE, please see the data, employee consistency and not what you hear from your leadership.

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5.0
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A lot learning opportunities and networking opportunities

Cons

Cannot transfer to full time employee

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Merck KGaA Response
5mo
Thank you for your positive feedback about your experience at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. We're delighted to hear that you found valuable learning and networking opportunities during your time with us. Creating an environment where employees can develop professionally and build meaningful connections is central to our mission. We understand and regret that the transition to full-time employment wasn't possible during or after your tenure with us. If you haven't already done so, we encourage you to join our Talent Zone, as new opportunities may arise that align with your skills and career aspirations - and you know the company already, which is an advantage. Thank you for recommending Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
4.0
May 18, 2026
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Pros

Established company with a great culture

Cons

Change management and finding the right growth opportunities in a large organization.

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Merck KGaA Response
1mo
Thank you for recommending our company and for emphasizing the culture and stability you experienced. Your feedback on change management and identifying the right growth opportunities in a large organization is well taken. We know that navigating options can be challenging at scale, which is why we continue to strengthen transparency around internal roles and development paths, including through MyGrowth and regular career conversations with managers and HR. Thank you for your contribution during your time with us, and we wish you continued success in your next chapter.
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