Sad goodbye after 15+ Years - Sales Representative Merck KGaA Employee Review

1.0
Sep 9, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Working at the company has been a fantastic experience for several reasons. Firstly, the company's values align perfectly with my own, creating a positive and motivating work environment. Secondly, it provided a stable workplace where I felt secure in my role. Additionally, the competitive salary offered by the company was always appreciated. One of the highlights of my time at the company was the remarkable products we had the privilege to work with. The quality and innovation behind these products made each day enjoyable and rewarding. Moreover, the team I had the pleasure of working with felt like an extension of my own family. The camaraderie, support, and collaboration among team members made for a truly exceptional work atmosphere, and I am grateful for the strong bonds we formed. Overall, my experience at the company was incredibly positive, thanks to the alignment of values, job stability, competitive compensation, outstanding products, and the wonderful team I had the privilege to be a part of.

Cons

The source of the problem lies with the Sales Manager and the Business Unit Leader. Since their tenure within the company, their professional competence and attitude towards employees have fallen below acceptable standards. The daily workflow is impeded by unreasonable requests and directives that are difficult to adhere to. Their actions appear to be primarily driven by ill intentions, often tainted with a hint of jealousy. They do not welcome constructive feedback, and only their own ideas are allowed to materialize. Their motivating approach relies on intimidation. Furthermore, there is a noticeable bias within the team, as they tend to show favoritism towards colleagues who have personal connections (they seem to exclusively hire through this channel). In my work, their focus seems to be solely on finding faults, and they are quick to threaten written warnings for even the slightest deviations. During meetings, there is a prevailing atmosphere of mockery towards employees, resulting in the wastage of valuable time. Despite the team's attempts to provide feedback, there has been no constructive dialogue established between the leadership and the team. Our performance was not evaluated based on sales results, despite several of us consistently achieving commendable results month after month. These achievements were evident from the list of reports. Work/life balance has also been greatly compromised: under the mentioned regional manager, numerous late-night list compilations, data reconciliations, and preparation for meetings were conducted since we received all critical materials at the last minute, often on weekends, completely disregarding our personal lives. As a consequence of all these activities, more individuals left the company within a short period.

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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
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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.
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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
4w
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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