Amanda Lynch

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Senior Engineering Specialist, Device Technology at Merck

Royersford, Pennsylvania, United States

Overview

Amanda is a Senior Engineering Specialist at Merck, focusing on device technology and risk management for combination products. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a B. S. in Chemical Engineering, she also holds a Masters degree in Program and Project Management from the University of Michigan, complementing her extensive project lead experience.

Amanda shows a strong connection to her alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh. She is actively involved in recruiting for Merck, frequently returning to campus for career fairs to connect with and mentor students, and to share internship and full-time opportunities with her team.

Unique Fact: Amanda co-authored a publication on using heart rate variability to predict ventricular arrhythmias in dogs.

Personality Overview

Value Driven

Example Seeker

Assertive

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.

Topics They Care About

Device Risk Management
Her current role involves building and managing risk management programs for medical devices and combination products in development.
Project Management
Recently completed a Master's in Program and Project Management and has served as a Project Lead and Manager in multiple roles at Merck.
Student Mentorship
Actively recruits for Merck at her alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh, sharing internship and co-op opportunities to help students.

Media Appearances

Amanda has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2023
Senior Engineering Specialist, Device Technology at Merck
10-2021 - 5-2023
Senior Engineering Specialist, Packaging Technical Operations at Merck
6-2019 - 10-2021
Engineering Specialist at Merck
8-2018 - 6-2019
Quality Engineer II at DSM
12-2016 - 8-2018
Validation Engineer II at VALSPEC

Education

5-2021 - 8-2024
Master's degree from University of Michigan College of Engineering
2010 - 2015
Bachelor's degree from University of Pittsburgh

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Exp : 10 Location : Royersford, Pennsylvania, United States Job Level : Junior Designation : Senior Engineering Specialist, Device Technology at Merck
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Insights For Selling To Amanda

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals
  • Invite them for a social do but don’t rely solely on the relationship

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Amanda is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Amanda

  • They are practical yet friendly, don’t expect a clear no very often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Amanda move?

  • They like to analyze well and can take their time to reach any decisions.
  • Can Amanda take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Amanda

Personality Compatibility


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