General Manager Optical Technologies
Merck GroupJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Merck Group seeks a General Manager Optical Technologies in San Jose to own the Optical Technologies field within the Optronics BU, setting the vision, shaping the growth agenda, and driving end-to-end execution across AR applications, silicon photonics and the optical coatings legacy business with full P&L ownership. You will design and execute go-to-market, pricing and channel strategies, partner with supply chain for manufacturing readiness, and build a high performing, cross functional, international team while fostering a fast, customer first culture. To apply, highlight 10–15+ years in optical technologies with proven P&L leadership, lighthouse customers and strategic partnerships, data driven decision making, talent development, and the ability to translate technology into scalable business models.
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Your role:
The General Manager will act as the entrepreneurial owner of the Optical Technologies business field within the Optronics Business Unit—setting the vision, shaping the growth agenda, and driving end-to-end execution across emerging platforms in AR applications and silicon photonics, while maximizing value from the optical coatings legacy business.
The role carries full P&L ownership and requires a builder mindset: identifying unmet market needs, translating technology into scalable business models, securing lighthouse customers, and positioning the business for leadership in high-growth optical applications. Design and execute go-to-market, pricing, and channel strategies to expand core and new platforms. Drive scale-up by partnering with supply chain for manufacturing readiness and ramp. Build and lead a high-performing, cross-functional team, develop leadership depth, and foster a customer-first, fast-execution culture.
Who you are:
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10–15+ years in optical technologies or related high-growth tech; proven P&L leadership.
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Track record with lighthouse customers and strategic partnerships; cross-functional leadership.
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Strategic thinking + hands-on execution; leadership and talent development.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional, international environment
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Financial literacy (P&L, budgeting, cost optimization) and KPI-driven management.
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Data-driven decision making; change and risk management; strong negotiation.
Base Pay Offer Range: $212,100.00 - $318,100.00
The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.
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