Onsite Sr. Coordinator, Inventory Services

Avantor; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Avantor in Branford, CT is seeking an inventory/material handler to support lab and production services. You will manage consumables and inventory, process movement requests, and maintain accurate records to support GMP-compliant operations.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in relevant work, proficiency with Word/Excel, and strong attention to detail. Typical hours are 7:30 am–4:00 pm, Monday–Friday, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in material handling, inventory replenishment, or customer service.
• GMP experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee consumables, chemicals, samples, and other materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and process inventory movement requests.
• Monitor slow-moving/obsolete inventory; conduct cycle counts and support physical inventories.
• Generate inventory reports and customer metrics.
• Coordinate outbound shipments and ensure proper packaging and documentation.
• Update SOPs and maintain GMP-compliant records.
• Serve as primary contact for inventory-related inquiries.
• Communicate with customers, purchasing directors, and facility managers.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory management

Customer service

MS Word

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Citrix

Avantor Inventory Management Systems

ChemSW

Job description

The Opportunity

In this role, you will report to the Onsite Supervisor and will work closely with the Avantor's Lab and Production Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location: Branford, CT (Local applicants)

Shift: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

Hourly Rate: $25.00 - $27.00

Sign-On Bonus $1,000.00

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.
• Financial Well-Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
• Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance
• Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products

What we're looking for

Education: A High school diploma or GED is required

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in material handling, inventory replenishment, or customer service

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is a plus

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management abilities

Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently

Professional demeanor with a strong commitment to customer service

High regard for safety, quality, and strict adherence to protocols, policies, and procedures

How you will thrive and create an impact

Avantor's Lab and Production Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support. In this role you will:

• Oversee consumables, chemicals, samples, and other materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and process requests for inventory movement on and off-site.
• Monitor slow-moving and obsolete inventory, conduct cycle counts, and support annual physical inventories.
• Generate and maintain inventory reports and customer metrics.
• Perform desktop delivery of inbound packages.
• Ensure accurate tracking of expiration dates, lot numbers, and quantities.
• Utilize login functions and maintain GMP-compliant documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for inventory-related inquiries.
• Communicate effectively with customers, purchasing directors, facility directors, and plant managers.
• Provide daily support, including order entry, reporting, metric tracking, and cost savings documentation.
• Manage backorder reporting, expedite orders, and coordinate direct factory shipments.
• Handle third-party support, quote management, document control, and resolution of invoice or pricing discrepancies.
• Coordinate outbound shipments, including hazardous materials, and ensure compliance with packaging and documentation requirements.
• Update and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Use various systems, including SAP, Citrix, Intranet, Avantor Inventory Management Systems, ChemSW, and customer-specific platforms.

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.

Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

The Company

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.