Global Sample Dispatch Specialist

Avantor; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave + 1 extra day for

Birthday

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a proactive Sample Dispatch Technician to coordinate end-to-end global shipments of research samples, ensuring strict adherence to Dangerous Goods and regulatory standards. The role requires collaboration with internal teams, customers, and external partners to maintain accuracy and compliance.

You will handle documentation, liaise with authorities, and support audits and process improvements in a fast-paced, regulated environment focused on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Scientific degree or equivalent experience in a laboratory, logistics, or regulated environment.
• Experience shipping Dangerous Goods (IATA, ADR, IMDG) is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Dangerous Goods regulations and Known Consignor requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accept, store, and manage samples with accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and dispatch shipments in line with IATA, ADR, IMDG, GMP, GLP, and SHE standards.
• Complete, reconcile, and maintain complex shipment documentation per regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all shipment documents and authorisations (e.g. import licences, COAs) are obtained timely.
• Coordinate daily workloads and ensure service delivery meets SLAs and contractual obligations.
• Maintain awareness of relevant regulations and ensure compliance across activities.
• Monitor hazardous and temperature-sensitive shipments and manage special handling requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure availability of products and consumables.
• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Act as point of contact for internal teams, customers, and logistics partners.

Skills

DG regulations knowledge

Documentation handling

Regulated logistics processes

Education

Scientific degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Avantor is seeking a proactive Sample Dispatch Technician to coordinate end-to-end global shipments of research samples, ensuring strict adherence to Dangerous Goods and regulatory standards. The role requires collaboration with internal teams, customers, and external partners to maintain accuracy and compliance.

You will handle documentation, liaise with authorities, and support audits and process improvements in a fast-paced, regulated environment focused on quality and safety.