Category Buyer Logistics (m/f/d) - #937447

Overview

At the heart of QIAGEN’s business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.

Our most valuable asset are our employees – around 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.

There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.

If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic, international and diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people’s lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

Position Description

• Execute sourcing strategy defined by the respective Category Leader for the Logistics category, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution. negotiate logistics services, set-up (frame) contracts, conduct global tenders
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks within the logistics sector
• Act as a point of contact for external and internal stakeholders. Effectively manage relationships and provide support/guidance as appropriate
• Execute Supplier Management activities, Performance management of the Logistics supply base and its reporting within the category team, proactively drive sourcing progress
• Analyze supply markets for the assigned sub-categories and under guidance of the category leader, involvement in global savings and KPI delivery and its reporting
• Contribute in optimization of procurement processes within the agreed field of engagement and in alignment with global methods & tools guidance
  
  

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on logistics if possible
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
• English language skills (written and spoken) is essential with the ability to negotiate effectively and influence others.
• Very strong analytical skills in MS Office and other tools with competencies in excelling data and creating reports. OR: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong “customer care” focus
• Experience of ERP systems, ideally SAP
• Experience in Supply Chain environment will be an asset
  
  

What We Offer

At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.