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Our Commitment to our people

Building Belonging

Our commitment is firmly rooted in doing what is right for our workforce, patients, and customers, aligning our actions with our corporate values and principles.

Our Commitment

While we have always been a diverse organization — present in 65 countries with around 63,000 employees from 141 nationalities — we recognize that our continued success depends on our ability to build a work environment that champions belonging and inclusion worldwide.

Kai Beckmann

As a vibrant science and technology leader with deep expertise in biology, chemistry, physics, and AI, we create real‑world products and solutions that millions of patients and customers worldwide depend on.

Kai Beckmann

Chairman of the Executive Board and Group CEO

Facts & Figures

  • 95%

    people leaders in inclusive leadership workshop since program start in 2011

  • 60+

    internal employee groups and networks open to all

  • 4

    generations working for the future of science & technology

  • 39%

    women in leadership

  • 44%

    women in the workplace

  • <1.5%

    minimal adjusted pay gap [non-U.S.]

  • 65

    Countries

  • 141

    Nationalities

Picture of Neele Siemer, Global Head of Belonging & Inclusion Picture of Neele Siemer, Global Head of Belonging & Inclusion

Belonging begins with all of us - it grows through empathy, trust, and the choices we make every day to listen, include different perspectives, remove barriers, and create an environment where everyone feels valued, can contribute meaningfully, and has the opportunity to grow and thrive.

Neele Siemer

Global Head of Belonging & Inclusion

Our Global Impact

As part of our ongoing efforts to build belonging and inclusion within our company, we have established a network comprising across the globe. To ensure that our initiatives are tailored to local contexts and needs, we have nominated dedicated representatives in each of these countries.

These representatives have worked closely with our team to develop tailored roadmaps for each country, outlining specific strategies and actions to promote greater belonging and inclusion within our workplaces and communities.

Picture of Khadija Ben Hammada, Member of the Executive Board of Merck and Chief People Officer Picture of Khadija Ben Hammada, Member of the Executive Board of Merck and Chief People Officer

Empathetic leaders connect, listen, inspire and motivate. They are inclusive, self-aware and capable of engaging beyond classic work topics. They take the pulse of the team, understand their needs and make sure they feel heard. They recognize that we all want to work with purpose and we all want to work successfully.

Khadija Ben Hammada

Member of the Executive Board of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and Chief People Officer

Our Path Forward

As we embark on the next phase of our journey to create a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and appreciated, we are committed to being intentional and accountable in building belonging within our organization. We recognize the importance of seeking a wide-range of perspectives and engaging in honest and courageous conversations to deliver the best solutions for our patients, customers and communities. From our senior leaders to our front-line employees, we will model inclusive behaviors.

Contact us

What do you think? How can we better accelerate positive change in our company or with our customers and partners? Do you have any other feedback for us? Reach out and tell us about it with an email to NAbelongingandinclusion@milliporesigma.com.

  • Neele Siemer

    Global Head of Belonging & Inclusion

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