Avantor
Inventory Coordinator
Santa Clara, CA · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$26k-$29kDetected 4 days ago
Project ManagementOutbound SalesExcelSupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementERPInventory ManagementGMPMedical DevicesResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft TeamsLean ManufacturingWarehouse Management System
About the role
- In this role, you will report to the site services supervisor and will work closely with the Avantor's Lab and Production Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.
- Hourly Rate: $26 - $29
Responsibilities
- Conduct and lead cycle counting activities across assigned stockrooms and storage areas
- Recommend and implement corrective actions for recurring variance issues, including process adjustments and retraining
- Support internal and customer-led inventory audits by preparing documentation and escorting auditors
- Manage the storage, handling, inventory control and distribution of consumables, chemicals, solvents and reagents
- Manage receipt of temperature-sensitive shipments including cold chain validation and documentation
- Lead or support investigation of safety incidents, near-misses and spills related to inventory operations
- Troubleshoot intermediate system issues and coordinate with IT support for escalated problems
- Support system upgrades, patches and testing activities as needed
- Respond to customer inquiries about material availability, lead times and sourcing alternatives
- How you will thrive and create an impact
Requirements
- Maintain training records and verify that all team members have current required certifications
Nice to have
- Proficient use of inventory management technology/software
- Experience with barcode scanning, warehouse management systems and handheld data collection devices
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data filtering) and Outlook
- Understanding of FIFO, FEFO, lot tracking and expiration management principles
- Familiarity with cycle counting methodologies, variance investigation and root cause analysis
- Project management or leadership experience preferred
- Experience with Lean Six Sigma tools (5S, value stream mapping, root cause analysis)
- Familiarity with CAPA processes and quality management system requirements
Compensation
- The expected pre-tax pay for this position is
- $49,000.00 - $79,350.00 Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)
- Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.
- Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
- Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required
Company info
- We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
- Prepare variance reports with root cause analysis and corrective action summaries for supervisors and customers
- Communicate inventory-related information, activity records, service level metrics and operational data to customers
- What we're looking for
Equal opportunity
- If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
- Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
- For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.
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