MPO Admin

At Pepperl+Fuchs, we combine a strong commitment to innovation with a deep respect for the traditions that have shaped our success. From renewable energy and automotive production to water treatment plants and chemical systems, our advanced electronic sensors and automation components enable smooth and safe operations around the globe.

We take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture, where employees feel connected and valued - much like a close-knit family. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome a new team member for the following position:

MPO Admin

Role Purpose:

When the Operational Purchasing team needs accurate and timely administrative support to keep purchasing activities running smoothly, this MPO Admin will manage essential purchase order, supplier confirmation, shipment, and document-related activities to ensure information is complete, up to date, and properly maintained in the relevant systems.

The role will provide reliable coordination and system support when operational data, documentation, or administrative needs arise, to help the team maintain data accuracy, follow established processes, and respond efficiently to daily supply chain requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage purchase order confirmations by sending order confirmation and late-delivery reminders to suppliers, entering initial confirmations, and updating revised confirmations accurately in the ERP system;
• Maintain accurate purchasing and shipment information by updating PO shipment status, processing PO price adjustments, and ensuring relevant data is kept current in the ERP system;
• Manage purchasing documentation and records, including archiving PO confirmations in Proxess and uploading relevant documents to the Electronic Data Management (EDM) system in accordance with established procedures;
• Maintain databases and operational reports, performing regular data updates and supporting the preparation of accurate and timely information for the Operational Purchasing team;
• Support shipment readiness and compliance by reviewing pre-shipment documentation and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to identify missing or incorrect information before shipment arrival;
• Coordinate office and team support activities, including office stationery and IT hardware requirements, as well as supporting internal events and other administrative activities;
• Provide flexible operational support by responding to ad hoc administrative and supply chain-related tasks assigned by management, while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to established processes;

Role Requirements:

• Professional Certificate, Diploma, College Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent qualification, with previous experience in administrative or operational support activities. Experience in manufacturing or supply chain is preferred;
• Good English communication skills are required for coordination with suppliers and internal stakeholders. German or Mandarin language skills are an advantage;
• Basic understanding of purchase orders, supplier coordination, shipment processes, and supply chain operations, with basic experience using ERP systems;
• Good computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong attention to data accuracy and the ability to maintain databases, reports, and electronic documentation systematically;
• Detail-oriented, organized, reliable, and able to manage routine tasks accurately and within deadlines, with a proactive and service-oriented approach to supporting the Operational Purchasing team;

Are you excited about this opportunity? We can’t wait to get to know you! Submit your application online — we’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Pepperl+Fuchs actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, country of origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, skin color, physical or mental abilities, social background, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on these principles and in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws.

We kindly request that all applications be submitted exclusively via our online application form.

Partners in Thinking Ahead

With a spirit of innovation, entrepreneurial vision, and a firm belief in their abilities, Walter Pepperl and Ludwig Fuchs laid the foundation for today's Pepperl+Fuchs Group in 1945 with a small radio workshop in Mannheim. These values remain the cornerstone of our actions and success to this day.

What drives us? The ambition to always stay one step ahead, transforming visionary ideas into reality and actively shaping the future of automation. Today, the Pepperl+Fuchs Group operates in more than 80 countries and ranks among the world's leading companies in industrial sensor technology and explosion protection. Recognized as one of Germany's top 10 most significant medium-sized enterprises, our products and solutions serve a broad range of industries. Whether in renewable energy, the automotive sector, mechanical and plant engineering, the electronics industry, or process industries such as chemicals and pharmaceuticals—our innovations are at work everywhere.

To support our continued growth, we are seeking motivated talents whose skills and perspectives will enrich our teams and expand our horizons. Apprentices and dual students are equally welcome to join us in continuing the success story of Pepperl+Fuchs.