Rajeev Nair is a results-driven global business leader with a proven record of accelerating growth, driving large-scale transformation, and building high-performing teams across Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Over a nearly three-decade career at Merck KGaA, he has led major businesses including, most recently, the $2B global Chemistry division, where he delivers above-market performance while spearheading a strategic shift toward next-generation devices and digital, sustainable platforms. Previously, he oversaw the Asia Pacific Research & Applied Solutions business, scaling revenues from $750M to over $1B and successfully integrating the Sigma-Aldrich acquisition to achieve rapid growth and profitability. Rajeev’s career spans leadership roles in P&L management, strategy, and innovation, complemented by early experience in product development and manufacturing.
