[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates · Round Rock, TX # Purchasing Specialist 2 Round Rock, Texas, United States Full-time $67,600 - $101,400 Supply Chain & Logistics Listed on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s official careers site. Posted October 8, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s careers site →](https://careers.merckgroup.com/global/en/job/MQAMKDGLOBAL304417EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Purchasing-Specialist-2) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/) / Purchasing Specialist 2 ## Job description Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. ### Your Role As a Purchasing Specialist 2 you will plan all assigned raw materials, indirect materials and process orders in ERP System. General Administrative duties as assigned. Convert planned orders to requisitions and into purchase orders (including raw materials, finished goods, subcontracted materials, custom orders and blanket releases). Acknowledge order placement with suppliers for order acceptance and delivery confirmation. Proactively monitor and make decisions to expedite orders to ensure material is delivered on time. Successfully resolve all receiving discrepancies from suppliers. Successfully resolve all invoice discrepancies from suppliers. Update and maintain Purchasing records in ERP system. Light negotiation and supplier sourcing activities. Perform Requests for Quotes, Requests for Information and Requests for Proposals as assigned. Process product change system forms for changes to materials. Review and qualify new suppliers according to standard operating procedures. Independently review, discuss and work closely with Supervisor and make decisions to resolve all issues. Other duties as assigned. ### Who You Are Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. 7+ years of purchasing experience. OR Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. 3+ years of purchasing experience. ### Preferred Qualifications Biochemical or Biotechnical procurement experience. APICS certification. Six Sigma (or equivalent) certification. Microsoft Office experience; advanced Excel experience and knowledge. Experience in SAP. Team leadership experience. Knowledge of current purchasing principles, methods, and techniques. Knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning and Planning Practices. Ability to professionally communicate with multiple levels within and outside the organization. Strong analytical skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Highly effective verbal and written skills including professional email etiquette. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with varying deadlines. ### Pay Range for this position $67,600 - $101,400​ The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here. ### RSREMD What we offer We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity! ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 8, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 11 days - Location: Round Rock, Texas, United States - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $67,600 - $101,400[Apply on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s careers site →](https://careers.merckgroup.com/global/en/job/MQAMKDGLOBAL304417EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Purchasing-Specialist-2) ## More jobs at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates ### [Production Planner 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/eafa8fe672e998ea5ae7/) Round Rock, Texas, United States ### [(Junior) Material Planner (3년 이상, SAP, 영어 소통 역량)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/6c141bc444b59e79e2b2/) Siheung-Si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea ### [Analyst/Senior Analyst - Supply Chain - Sourcing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/f60673536c67fd26e5b9/) Bangalore, Karnataka, India ### [Apprentissage - Logisticien.ne (2ème année) (m/f/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/0f50e38975bc929ed688/) Corsier-sur-Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland ### [Apprentissage - Logisticien.ne (m/f/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/6b0dde18e8dd7d993330/) Corsier-sur-Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Purchasing Agent - MRO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/albertsons/jobs/894957d5c62697c866b3/) Albertsons · Tempe, AZ, United States ### [Purchasing Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/comfort-systems-usa/jobs/33b7256f65fca86bede4/) Comfort Systems USA · Richmond, VA ### [Purchasing & Material Administration Analyst - E2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/b678a1005a2b2d0c2d50/) Lockheed Martin · Grand Prairie, TX ### [Purchasing & Material Administration Analyst Asc - E1](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/df32d23d5a5ae31c47e1/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Supply Chain Associate (Inventory & Purchasing)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/99cbe7c2814872dee55d/) Cardinal Health · El Paso, TX OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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