Sample Dispatch Coordinator — Cambridge Logistics

vwr; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private medical and dental care

An extra day off for your birthday

Stable, long-term employment

Job summary

Avantor Cambridge is seeking a Sample Dispatch Technician to support the global shipment of R&D samples from our Cambridge site. This hands-on, operational role focuses on logistics, dispatch coordination, and shipment documentation to ensure on-time, compliant delivery.

You will handle packaging for biological and chemical samples, coordinate international shipments, and prepare customs paperwork in line with IATA/ADR/IMDG and REACH requirements.

Qualifications

• Secondary education (A-level or equivalent).
• Experience in logistics, shipping or operational roles.
• Knowledge of dangerous goods transport regulations is an advantage.
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel between local Cambridge sites.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic reporting tools.

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 in line with IATA / ADR / IMDG, CLP (GHS), and REACH requirements
• Proactively track shipments and resolve transport-related issues
• Handle shipment-related queries and collaborate with internal teams
• Manage dispatch materials and inventory
• Report KPIs and support operational tracking using Excel
• Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Deliver shipments between Cambridge sites using company vehicles when required

Skills

Logistics coordination

Shipment tracking

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Secondary education (A-level or equivalent)

Job description

Avantor Cambridge is seeking a Sample Dispatch Technician to support the global shipment of R&D samples from our Cambridge site. This hands-on, operational role focuses on logistics, dispatch coordination, and shipment documentation to ensure on-time, compliant delivery.

You will handle packaging for biological and chemical samples, coordinate international shipments, and prepare customs paperwork in line with IATA/ADR/IMDG and REACH requirements.