Cell Bank Coordinator

Avantor; Mölndals kommun; On-site; SEK 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor in Mölndal, Sweden, is seeking a meticulous Cell Bank Coordinator to manage inventory accuracy and ensure material availability for manufacturing and supply chain operations.

You will collaborate across Operations, Supply Chain and Purchasing to align production schedules with stock levels, investigate discrepancies, and drive data quality and continuous improvement in inventory processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Life Sciences, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain, manufacturing support, or a similar environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems and inventory management processes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in both Swedish and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing inventory-related activities and ensuring material availability for production and operational needs.
• Reviewing inventory levels and proactively resolving issues in planning and supply chain.
• Confirming production orders and monitoring schedules for timely execution.
• Investigating and reconciling inventory discrepancies related to production materials.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data accuracy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Cell Bank Coordinator

Location: Mölndal, Sweden

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Company: Avantor

Do you enjoy bringing structure, accuracy, and control to complex inventory and supply chain processes?

At Avantor, we are looking for a Cell Bank Coordinator to join our team in Mölndal. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working at the intersection of inventory management, production planning, and supply chain operations. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring materials are available when needed, inventory records remain accurate, and production schedules run smoothly. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders across Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Purchasing, and external suppliers to support uninterrupted production and service excellence.

What You'll Do

As a Cell Bank Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing inventory-related activities and ensuring material availability to support manufacturing and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Reviewing inventory levels daily and proactively resolving inventory, planning, and supply chain issues.
• Confirming production orders and monitoring completion schedules to ensure timely execution.
• Investigating and reconciling inventory discrepancies related to production materials.
• Managing open orders that impact inventory availability and production schedules.
• Processing pack orders and re-grades in collaboration with Customer Service and Operations teams.
• Ensuring materials are available, complete, and ready for production according to schedule requirements.
• Performing and reconciling cycle counts together with warehouse and distribution teams.
• Communicating with suppliers regarding deliveries and proof of delivery documentation.
• Coordinating internal and external stock checks when required.
• Reviewing and resolving issues related to expiry dates, duplicate shipments, overages, incorrect goods receipts, and replacements.
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies between inventory management and ERP systems.
• Collaborating with Purchasing to optimize forecasting, replenishment strategies, and inventory investments.
• Monitoring material and capacity constraints to support on-time delivery performance.
• Identifying and initiating Bill of Materials (BOM) updates to improve data accuracy.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within inventory and supply chain processes.

Who You Are

You enjoy working with data, systems, and processes, and take pride in maintaining a high level of accuracy. You are organized, analytical, and proactive in solving problems before they impact operations.

You Will Likely Recognize Yourself In The Following

• You enjoy managing complex processes and ensuring everything is in the right place at the right time.
• You have a strong eye for detail and appreciate the importance of accurate data.
• You are comfortable working with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• You are analytical and enjoy identifying the root cause of discrepancies.
• You communicate effectively with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• You thrive in structured environments while remaining flexible when priorities change.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Life Sciences, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain, manufacturing support, or a similar environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems and inventory management processes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in both Swedish and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a regulated environment such as Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, or Healthcare.
• Knowledge of forecasting, replenishment planning, and inventory optimization.
• Understanding of warehouse operations and production planning processes.
• Experience with BOM management and data accuracy initiatives.

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Customer-focused and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Why Avantor?

At Avantor, your work directly supports scientific innovation and the delivery of critical products and services to the life sciences industry. You'll join a collaborative team where continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellence are highly valued.

If you enjoy coordinating complex processes, maintaining accurate inventory data, and ensuring smooth operational execution, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that 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.