Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator - 2nd Shift Tues-Sat

Eurofins USA Environment Testing•Lancaster, PA

1d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience, strongly preferred
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

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
Other duties as assigned