Logistic Lab Support Inventory & Material

Avantor; Leiden; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a reliable Lab Logistics & Inventory Operator in Leiden to handle day-to-day inventory management, receiving, labeling, storage, and distribution of materials. You will contribute to stock accuracy, organize materials, and support rotating weekend schedule while adhering to safety and regulatory guidelines.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting, and able to collaborate with laboratory and operations teams to keep daily workflows

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; logistics, inventory or lab experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Experience with inventory management systems and/or barcode scanning tools is preferred.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications like Microsoft Teams and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper handling, tracking, and delivery of samples according to established procedures.
• Participate in a rotating weekend sample support schedule approximately every 4 to 6 weeks, covering two consecutive weekends as required.
• Receive and process goods deliveries.
• Scan, record, and maintain inventory within inventory management systems.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders to ensure adequate supply availability.
• Label, organize, and store materials accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support stock audits when required.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with laboratory and operational teams to support daily workflow requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Independent worker

Team player

Inventory systems

Barcode scanning

MS Teams / Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Barcode scanning tools

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Job description

The Opportunity:

Executes day-to-day inventory & material management tasks at customer facilities, following a defined standard output or set of procedures. Tasks include receiving, inspection, inventory logging, proper storage, and timely distribution of inbound and outbound materials to end users. Problems and issues faced are generally recurring and solutions are typically known and/or prescribed. Examples are: inbound shipments arriving with missing or damaged items, discrepancies between system records and physical stock, or items stored in incorrect locations, leading to inefficiencies in retrieval. More complex problems, like supply chain interruptions or system/software malfunctions, are solved by applying methods learned through experience and/or using available support. Communicates activity records, service level metrics and other information requiring some explanation or interpretation to team members, supervisors or customers. We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented lab Logistics & Inventory operator to support daily logistic and operational activities. This role is responsible for ordering, labeling, organizing and delivering the goods between buildings, management of inventory processes, and participation in a rotating weekend sample support schedule. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure proper handling, tracking, and delivery of samples according to established procedures.
• Participate in a rotating weekend sample support schedule approximately every 4 to 6 weeks, covering two consecutive weekends as required.
• Receive and process goods deliveries.
• Scan, record, and maintain inventory within inventory management systems.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders to ensure adequate supply availability.
• Label, organize, and store materials accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support stock audits when required.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with laboratory and operational teams to support daily workflow requirements.

Qualifications

• Drivers license is a preferred High school diploma or equivalent; additional logistics, inventory, or laboratory experience is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Experience with inventory management systems and/or barcode scanning tools is preferred.
• Proficient in basic computer applications like Microsoft Teams, outlook and other packages.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and willing to participate in a rotating weekend support schedule.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] 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.

About Avantor

Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation. Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities in the industries we serve. One of our greatest strengths comes from having a global infrastructure that is strategically located to support the needs of our customers. Our global footprint enables us to serve more than 225,000 customer locations and gives us extensive access to research laboratories and scientists in more than 180 countries. We set science in motion to create a better world.