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Senior EHS Specialist Corporate Chemical Management and Product Stewardship

AT Merck
Merck

Senior EHS Specialist Corporate Chemical Management and Product Stewardship

Rahway, NJ

Job Description

Position Description:

Senior EHS Specialist Corporate Chemical Management and Product Stewardship

The Senior EHS Specialist is a member of the Corporate Chemical Management and Product Stewardship team under GSE (Global Safety and the Environment). The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise and technical knowledge in SDS Authoring tools and EHS data maintenance in SAP.

The responsibilities include:

  • Create and maintain EHS Data in SAP (specification, material assignment, GHS labels, others) for SAP materials.
  • Upload and maintain Vendor Safety Data Sheets (VSDSs) and integrate SDS data into SAP. Support sites in managing vendor SDSs and Management of Change.
  • Collaborate with EHS IT and sites to support SAP Go-Live EHS activities/trainings by participating in workshops and creating EHS data required for testing.
  • Provide SAP security role approvals for new employees/existing employees.
  • Create and maintain SAP-EHS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidance instructions.
  • Support EHS Product Stewardship and chemical regulatory related projects, as needed.

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Position Qualifications:

Education Minimum Requirement:

  • Detailed working knowledge of Hazard Communication and Labeling.
  • Bachelor's degree in a science discipline with a minimum of three - five years of experience in SDS Authoring, Labeling, and using EHS module tools in SAP.

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Detailed knowledge of the global business processes and capabilities in SAP EHS within pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or chemical industry.
  • Proficient in using SDS authoring tools, EHS transaction codes, specification creation, phrase maintenance, material assignment and EHS data build (Labeling and Composition data) in SAP.
  • Detailed Knowledge of Hazard Communication regulations, hazard classifications and SDS/Label requirements.
  • Demonstrate behavior such as adaptability, teamwork, accountability, and flexibility.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

  • Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
  • Knowledge of Power BI.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills.

NOTICEFORINTERNALAPPLICANTS

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If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

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The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education.

Expected US salary range:
$101,100.00 - $159,100.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.

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Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Job Posting End Date:
11/5/2024
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R318482

Client-provided location(s): Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
Job ID: Merck-315808380
Employment Type: Full Time