Part-Time Onsite Coordinator

Avantor • Duncan, SC

22h • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will report to the manager of site services 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. 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: Associate may be responsible for tasks in inventory management (Consumables, chemicals, samples, etc) and accurate inventory control, processing requests leading to inventory movement on and off site, and fulfilling customer metric reporting. Performs inventory management-related functions such as monitoring slow-moving and dead inventory, conducting cycle counting, yearly physical inventories, and reporting. Provides daily customer service functions and communicates with the customer relative to inventory management. May be required to perform purchasing functions, including but not limited to: back order reporting and expediting, direct factory shipments, 3rd party support, managing quotes, document control, records maintenance, and resolving open invoices or pricing issues. Responsible for all customer service-related functions, including but not limited to: order entry, reporting, maintaining metrics, and cost savings tracking. Performs shipping coordination activities such as shipping customer material, handling routine issues, operating basic warehouse equipment, entering shipping information into the customer computer system, and equipment inspections. Responsible for handling hazardous material and preparing shipping documentation and packaging requirements. Interfaces directly with customer point of contact, purchasing directors, facility directors, and plant managers. Responsible for managing consigned, non-consigned, customer-owned owned or 3rd party inventory. Utilizes Avantor and customer computer systems (SAP, Citrix, Intranet, Avantor Inventory Management Systems, ChemSW, and customer-specific systems) in fulfillment of job duties. Meets goals and objectives: safety, performance, and quality. Creates programs for enhanced service efficiencies. Interfacing with Avantor Sales Force and manufacturing representatives. Documents change management. Responsible for desktop delivery of inbound packages to customer contacts Updating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years of customer service, inventory replenishment, or material handling experience
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Conform to all company and customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, and security clearances
• Knowledge of Information, intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Word and Excel
• Solid understanding and experience in either shipping, inventory, or purchasing
• Excellent Customer Service Skills; displays a professional can-do attitude
• High regard for safety, quality, and adherence to protocols, policies, and procedures
• Ability to self-manage and self-motivate; forward thinking
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Teams experience preferred
• Knowledge of scientific products and services is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively with both the customer and internal contacts

Responsibilities

• Associate may be responsible for tasks in inventory management (Consumables, chemicals, samples, etc) and accurate inventory control, processing requests leading to inventory movement on and off site, and fulfilling customer metric reporting.
• Performs inventory management-related functions such as monitoring slow-moving and dead inventory, conducting cycle counting, yearly physical inventories, and reporting.
• Provides daily customer service functions and communicates with the customer relative to inventory management.
• May be required to perform purchasing functions, including but not limited to: back order reporting and expediting, direct factory shipments, 3rd party support, managing quotes, document control, records maintenance, and resolving open invoices or pricing issues.
• Responsible for all customer service-related functions, including but not limited to: order entry, reporting, maintaining metrics, and cost savings tracking.
• Performs shipping coordination activities such as shipping customer material, handling routine issues, operating basic warehouse equipment, entering shipping information into the customer computer system, and equipment inspections.
• Responsible for handling hazardous material and preparing shipping documentation and packaging requirements.
• Interfaces directly with customer point of contact, purchasing directors, facility directors, and plant managers.
• Responsible for managing consigned, non-consigned, customer-owned owned or 3rd party inventory.
• Utilizes Avantor and customer computer systems (SAP, Citrix, Intranet, Avantor Inventory Management Systems, ChemSW, and customer-specific systems) in fulfillment of job duties.
• Meets goals and objectives: safety, performance, and quality.
• Creates programs for enhanced service efficiencies.
• Interfacing with Avantor Sales Force and manufacturing representatives.
• Documents change management.
• Responsible for desktop delivery of inbound packages to customer contacts
• Updating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), and Company paid holidays
• 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 on gifts and products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees