Supply Chain Specialist - Material Order Management

Overview  

 
At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.  

We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams. 

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you. 

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact. 

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery. 

About the opportunity

In this role, you support QIAGEN’s global supply chain by ensuring the smooth and timely ordering of materials across international suppliers and internal stakeholders. You take ownership of purchase order creation and follow-up in SAP, actively monitor product availability, and contribute to reliable on-time shipment performance. Through close collaboration with planning, logistics, finance, and external partners, you help maintain high service levels while continuously improving processes and documentation. This position offers hands-on exposure to global operations and cross-functional teamwork in a dynamic, international environment.

• Creating, maintaining, and closing purchase orders in SAP in line with internal requirements and timelines
• Monitoring and adjusting material availability dates to ensure supply continuity
• Coordinating with suppliers on shipping dates, quantities, and delivery locations
• Checking completeness and accuracy of order-related documentation
• Tracking process performance and on-time shipment (OTS) of ordered goods
• Maintaining and updating process documentation to support standardization and transparency
• Collaborating closely with planning, logistics, and finance teams, and contributing to assigned projects

• Educational background in logistics, foreign trade, economics, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in material ordering, planning, supply chain, procurement, or a similar area
• Very good English skills; German language skills are a plus
• Practical experience with ERP systems, ideally SAP
• Structured, detail-oriented working style with strong communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders in an international setting