Global Head of Strategic Workforce Planning & People Analytics
Merck
Ruben Groen is the Global Head of Strategic Workforce Planning and People Analytics at Merck based out of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. With extensive experience leading global teams and driving large-scale HR technology and transformation programs, Ruben combines strong management consultancy expertise with internal HR digital roles. He has successfully led initiatives to transform the People Data landscape, while positioning HR as a strategic partner to the business. A passionate advocate for data-driven decision-making, he is recognized as an external leader and speaker in the field and has been included in Gartner’s top priorities for 2025. Ruben holds a master’s degree in occupational health psychology from the University of Leiden and has lived and worked in various countries, enhancing his global perspective.
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