Inventory Manager, Coordinator Site Services

Avantor•Melbourne, FL

2d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Manager, Coordinator Site Services role supports Avantor’s Lab and Production Services team, performing customized, mission-based laboratory work and research protocols for customers. The position reports to the Supervisor of Site Services and works closely with Avantor Lab and Production Services professionals. It coordinates team assignments and handoffs, sourcing and replenishment, critical material handling, inventory control, reporting, safety and compliance, customer communication, and continuous improvement. The role also contributes directly to inventory tasks and maintains hands-on operational involvement. The position is located in Melbourne, Florida, and pays $21–$24 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, either 10:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. or 11:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., including a break.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience in inventory management, material handling, or warehouse operations.
At least 1 year of experience in a coordination or team-support capacity.
Experience with Microsoft Teams.
Proficient use of ERP systems such as SAP MM, Oracle, or equivalent for inventory transactions, purchasing, and reporting.
Experience with barcode scanning, warehouse management systems, and handheld devices.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and charts, and proficiency with Outlook.
Understanding of FIFO, FEFO, lot tracking, expiration management, and cycle counting.
Demonstrated ability to generate operational reports and track KPIs.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
Advanced ERP proficiency, including purchase requisition management and report customization.
Experience with Lean Six Sigma tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, and workflow analysis.
Knowledge of hazardous materials shipping and receiving regulations.
Experience coordinating sourcing and procurement activities for laboratory materials.
Familiarity with customer service metrics, SLA reporting, and business review presentations.
Forklift and powered industrial truck operator certification.
Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily work assignments across associate bands based on priorities, volumes, and deadlines; balance workloads, monitor task completion, address bottlenecks, and communicate priorities and schedule changes.
Contribute to inventory work alongside the team and coordinate shift handoffs to maintain operational continuity and visibility of pending tasks.
Identify redundant steps and propose workflow improvements; coordinate improvement initiatives using Lean principles.
Coordinate sourcing of consumables, chemicals, solvents, reagents, and other materials; monitor stock levels, par levels, reorder points, and usage patterns.
Generate and manage purchase requisitions and reorder recommendations in ERP systems; coordinate with suppliers on order status, lead times, expedited requests, and delivery scheduling.
Identify substitute products or alternative sources, track open orders, and follow up on overdue deliveries.
Oversee management and processing of critical laboratory and production materials; coordinate compliant storage, chemical compatibility, segregation, FIFO/FEFO and lot rotation, and disposition of expired, damaged, recalled, or non-conforming materials.
Conduct periodic storage-area inspections and coordinate corrective actions.
Collect, organize, document, and report operational data, inventory metrics, activity records, and service levels; prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for the supervisor and customer stakeholders.
Track and report KPIs including inventory accuracy, fill rate, turnaround time, and safety metrics; maintain logs of team activities, issues, resolutions, and customer communications.
Document process changes, workflow improvements, and SOP updates; support audit data collection and customer business review presentations; ensure documentation meets quality standards and site requirements.
Coordinate cycle-count schedules and counting responsibilities; review results, investigate significant variances, monitor inventory accuracy trends, and recommend changes to count frequency or methodology.
Coordinate physical inventory events with the customer and supervisor and ensure cycle-count documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
Coordinate team compliance with site-specific safety and regulatory requirements; schedule and track safety training, certifications, and refresher courses.
Coordinate PPE distribution, safety meetings, and drill participation; promptly report incidents, near-misses, and compliance findings; coordinate corrective actions and maintain audit-ready training records.
Communicate with internal teams and customers on operational matters and serve as the primary day-to-day contact for customer laboratory and production staff.
Participate in customer operational meetings; provide updates on inventory status, service levels, and issues; coordinate communication among Avantor, customer departments, and suppliers.
Translate customer requirements into actionable team tasks and priorities; proactively communicate service disruptions, material shortages, and process changes; maintain positive working relationships.
Support onboarding and orientation by coordinating training schedules and mentors; share operational knowledge, coordinate cross-training, and document lessons learned in SOPs and training materials.
Participate in site optimization projects and coordinate urgent sourcing requests with supervisor approval.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; medical coverage eligibility begins on day 1.
Wellness programs.
Paid time off (PTO), company-paid holidays, and choice holidays.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
Commuter benefits.
401(k).
Tuition assistance.
Employee stock purchase plan discount.
Optional coverage for critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidents, legal services, identity theft protection, pets, auto, and home insurance.
Peer recognition points redeemable for gifts and products.