Merck KGaA reviews

3.9

79% would recommend to a friend

(2,085 total reviews)
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Kai Beckmann

100% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

Merck KGaA has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,085 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Merck KGaA employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Farmacéutica y biotecnología industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews
5.0
Feb 7, 2026

Good

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It was not hard working.

Cons

The revenue has been fallen due to the child birth rate.

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Merck KGaA Response
3mo
Thank you for sharing your positive experience! Regarding your comment about workload, we understand that experiences can vary compared to previous employers and positions. At Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, while we maintain high standards and work diligently, we also prioritize employee wellbeing and work-life balance as fundamental aspects of our workplace culture. Your observation about revenue challenges related to birth rates likely refers to market dynamics affecting our fertility product range, where demand is naturally linked to family planning trends. We continuously adapt our strategies to address evolving market conditions while maintaining our commitment to innovation and serving patient needs globally. We're grateful for your contribution during your time with us and the positive reflection you've shared about your experience. Thank you for your review, and we wish you all the best for your professional future!
4.0
Feb 4, 2026

Okay okay

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good upper management in merck

Cons

Low appraisel, third party hiring

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Merck KGaA Response
3mo
We appreciate you sharing your experience as a Sales Executive and are pleased that you recognize the quality of our upper management at our company! Your concerns regarding appraisal processes is a valuable feedback that helps us understand areas for potential improvement. As a current employee, we encourage you to share these specific concerns through our annual Employee Engagement Survey, which provides a formal channel for raising improvement proposals and ensures your voice reaches the appropriate decision-makers. Thank you for your honest feedback and recommendation of our company!
3.0
Feb 3, 2026

Not so good

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good work life balance in the workplace

Cons

No better compensation, bad Management

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Merck KGaA Response
4mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as a Trade Compliance Analyst at our company. We're pleased to hear that you've experienced good work-life balance, as we recognize this is essential for employee wellbeing and productivity. We continuously evaluate our compensation structures to ensure they remain competitive within local markets. Regarding management, we are sorry to hear about your experience as we are continuously investing in building strong leadership capabilities across all levels through management training and development programs. As a current employee, we would encourage you to share your feedback through our annual Employee Engagement Survey, which will help us enhance the workplace experience. Thank you again for your review!
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