Production Planning Specialist

About The Opportunity

You contribute directly to QIAGEN’s ability to deliver high-quality reagent products on time and in full. You support the transactional and configuration aspects of reagent production, ensuring product content and composition meet internal specifications and customer quality requirements. Working cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Customer Care, Project Management, Sales & Marketing, and Shipping, you help ensure smooth execution across planning, production, and delivery while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Preparing, issuing, and controlling production orders to align material availability with product demand, while scheduling and tracking production flow through manufacturing
• Planning make-to-order product configurations for intercompany shipments and external customer orders, in close collaboration with OPM and PM teams
• Supporting database analysis, master data maintenance, and cleanup activities, including accurate and timely data entry
• Assisting in the application of tools and process improvements that strengthen the link between forecasting, financial, and manufacturing systems
• Supporting the creation and review of product-related documentation in compliance with ISO 13485 requirements
• Identifying and implementing efficiency improvements, supporting Continuous Improvement initiatives, and contributing to KPI reporting

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience

At least 1 year of experience in the life science industry or a comparable combination of education and experience

At least 1 year of experience in production planning

1–2 years of experience communicating with external stakeholders

Proficiency with SAP R/3 and/or SAP S/4HANA systems

Experience or familiarity with ISO 13485 regulated environments is an advantage

Qualifications

A proactive, self-directed working style with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities

Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, combined with a solution-oriented mindset

Pay

The estimated base salary range for this position is $58,000–$72,000. Compensation will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Benefits

In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes a commission plan, annual bonus, and generous benefits.