Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator

Eurofins; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins Environment Testing in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator to manage Coupa orders and Kanban stocking across labs. You will collaborate with labs and vendors, handling requisitions, tracking shipments, and ensuring accurate billing.

This full-time, first-shift role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and 6+ months in inventory or purchasing. Forklift and Coupa experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• HSD or GED completed; able to stand and walk for long periods.
• 6+ months of inventory or purchasing experience.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use purchasing systems.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Generates and processes all orders for laboratory consumables in Coupa.
• Receives orders electronically and restocks inventory in warehouse.
• Sources alternative supplies when primary vendors cannot fulfill.
• Audits account codes to ensure proper billing and cost controls.
• Maintains clear communication with laboratories regarding orders, delays, and shortages.
• Tracks shipments and updates order status; participates in trainings.
• Assists in other areas as needed or assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Vendor relations

Purchasing experience

Coupa experience

Microsoft Office

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Coupa

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Job Description

The Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator is responsible for processing and placing supply orders in Coupa, and stocking Kanban shelving within each laboratory department within Environment Testing in Lancaster, PA. This involves constant interaction with the laboratories and vendors. Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette are essential skills for this position. Strong problem solving skills are also necessary to audit, track, and confirm all issues relating to requisitions and purchase orders.

Responsibilities

• Generates all orders for laboratory consumables in Coupa.
• Receives orders electronically in Coupa and restocks inventory in warehouse.
• Works with lab to source alternative supplies when primary vendor cannot fulfill.
• Identifies cost saving opportunities and acts like an owner of the warehouse.
• Audits account codes to ensure proper billings.
• Communicates with laboratories on issues relating to orders including shortages, shipment delays and discontinued products.
• Tracks, traces, and updates the status of shipments.
• Successfully conducts and completes all assigned trainings.
• Participates in continuous improvement training and trains others.
• Maintains all stocking areas clean and organized
• Assists in other areas as needed or assigned

This is a full-time position, and is open on 1st shift, 7am-3:30pm.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 6+ months of inventory or purchasing experience
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to stand and walk frequently, estimated about 3+ hours/day
• Ability to lift 10 lbs. frequently and 25+ lbs. occasionally
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• Forklift experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Previous purchasing experience
• Experience with Coupa or other equivalent purchasing system
• Experience with paperless inventory system, Coupa is a plus
• 1+ year of inventory and purchasing experience
• Previous warehouse and/or laboratory experience
• Ability to recognize cost saving opportunities
• Experience negotiating pricing with vendors
• Experience adhering to safety protocols
• Proven analytical math skills

Additional Information

Pay range

$19-25/hour

Please note - Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based