Purchasing & Events Specialist

Merck KGaA; Billerica (MA); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Merck KGaA in the United States is seeking an administrative professional to perform purchasing and office support duties within a hybrid model requiring three onsite days per week. The role involves coordinating employee events and engagement activities while collaborating with Site Operations and research units.

Responsibilities include RFQ/RFP support, invoice processing, and vendor setup through SAP/Ariba and Concur. Strong MS Office skills and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree with 3+ years of admin/event planning experience.
• High School Diploma or GED with 7+ years of admin/event planning experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Initiates purchase orders, manages invoice receiving, processes change orders, and coordinates contract development.
• Serves as the primary purchasing contact for Site Operations and designated research groups.
• Provides administrative support for RFQs and RFPs while reviewing quotes for policy compliance and accuracy.
• Manages procurement card transactions, expense reports, invoice processing, and vendor/account setups via SAP/Ariba, Concur, and related systems.
• Handles core office administration including document routing via DocuSign, filing, data entry, and office supply ordering.

Skills

Office administration

Event planning

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelors Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP/Ariba

Concur

Microsoft Office

Job description

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role:

In this role you will perform a wide range of purchasing, office administrative duties, and support employee events and engagement activities. This role follows a hybrid work model that supports a blend of in-office and remote work, requiring three days onsite per week. Seeking a dynamic, creative and enthusiastic individual to work and collaborate with our customers and the overall team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Initiates purchase orders, manages invoice receiving, processes change orders, and coordinates contract development.
• Serves as the primary purchasing contact for Site Operations, active Research Units, and designated research groups.
• Provides administrative support for RFQs and RFPs while reviewing quotes and proposals for policy compliance and accuracy.
• Manages procurement card transactions, expense reports, invoice processing, and vendor/account setups via SAP/Ariba, Concur, and GES collaboration.
• Handles core office administration, including document routing via DocuSign, filing, data entry, office supply ordering, and department website maintenance.
• Develops and maintains the department's document management systems, governance, and administrative support for meetings and onboarding.
• Coordinates logistics, budgeting, calendar management, and campus messaging for department events from planning through evaluation.
• Drafts internal communications, supports campus employee engagement initiatives, and represents the Site Operations team on campus committees.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline and 3+ years of administrative and/or event planning experience.

OR

• High School Diploma or GED and 7+ years of administrative and/or event planning experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms).
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively relate with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, scientists, and colleagues across the campus.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in a variety of situations.
• Ability to work under pressure at times and to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with tact, discretion, and diplomacy.
• Team player with a track record of developing rapport and credibility with colleagues.
• Familiarity and experience with Ariba, SAP, and Concur.

Pay Range for this position: $37 - $57 / hour

Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other prerequisites. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.

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What we offer:

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