Executive Coordinator Hybrid (Boston, MA)

Who You Are Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. 7+ years in an executive assistant role supporting senior‑level management, in a fast‑paced global and matrixed environment. Or High School or GED with 10 years in an executive assistant role within the pharmaceutical industry Preferred Qualifications Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is strongly preferred. Knowledge of industry‑specific terminology and processes. Advanced knowledge of personal computer, various office software packages (Microsoft Office software Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), and electronic filing systems. Demonstrated ability to work within financial software (e.g. SAP, ARIBA) preferred. Demonstrated ability to apply travel and expense policy requirements to local / country travel and expense reporting. Ability to communicate openly and share information to foster trust while encouraging constructive debate, making informed decisions, and ensuring shared commitment to outcomes. Demonstrated willingness to take risks and stand up for what is right while prioritizing the needs and experiences of customers and patients in all decisions. Commitment to setting and reaching ambitious goals and setting high standards while acting in the best interest of the company and taking initiative to drive results. Uphold ethical standards and being honest in all interactions. Ability to streamline processes to focus on what matters and creates impact and act quickly to adapt to changes. Demonstrated ability to embrace new ideas, challenge the status quo, and seek innovative solutions while valuing diverse perspectives and treating others with respect and dignity. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive or proprietary information. High team orientation. Ability to multitask and be agile and flexible with work assignments. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and follow‑through a must. Excellent time management skills. Willing and able to take on responsibility. Enjoy working in teams and in an international/global fast‑paced and growing environment. Thinks beyond the confines of own function; considers interfaces, understands need for and actively fosters cross‑functional cooperation. High customer service mentality. Proven experience and examples of developing and maintaining relationships across functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany