Global Sample Dispatch Specialist — Logistics & Compliance

Avantor; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical and dental care

Pension scheme

Birthday off

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Sample Dispatch Technician at our Cambridge site to coordinate the domestic and international shipment of R&D samples. You will prepare, package, label and document shipments, ensuring compliance with IATA/ADR/IMDG, CLP (GHS) and REACH while using Excel for tracking KPIs.

This hands-on role emphasizes logistics operations, accuracy, and timely communication with internal teams. The position offers a competitive salary, pension and private medical care in a state‑of‑the‑art

Qualifications

• Must have secondary education (A-level or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Good communication skills and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Receive, prepare, and package samples (biological, chemical, and dangerous goods).
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments via air, road, and sea.
• Prepare shipping documentation, labels, and customs paperwork per IATA/ADR/IMDG, CLP (GHS), and REACH.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Secondary education or equivalent (A-level)

Tools

Excel

Documentation tools

Job description

Avantor is seeking a Sample Dispatch Technician at our Cambridge site to coordinate the domestic and international shipment of R&D samples. You will prepare, package, label and document shipments, ensuring compliance with IATA/ADR/IMDG, CLP (GHS) and REACH while using Excel for tracking KPIs.

This hands-on role emphasizes logistics operations, accuracy, and timely communication with internal teams. The position offers a competitive salary, pension and private medical care in a state‑of‑the‑art