Overview
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. 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 role involves constant interaction with the laboratories and vendors. Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette are essential, and strong problem solving skills are needed 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 the primary vendor cannot fulfill.
* Identifies cost saving opportunities and acts as 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.
Role Details
* Role is 2nd Shift, 2pm-10:30pm, Tue-Sat. Saturday hours can be 1st or 2nd shift, depending on preference.
* Training will be Mon-Fri, 1st shift, for an anticipated 3-4 weeks, but may be flexible.
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, about 3+ hours/day
* Ability to lift 10 lbs. frequently and 25+ lbs. occasionally
* Professional working proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
* Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Ideal Candidates will have:
* Forklift experience (strongly preferred)
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
* Previous purchasing experience
* Experience with Coupa or another purchasing system
* Experience with paperless inventory systems; 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
Employment Details
* Pay range: $19-25/hour (informational; actual base salary may vary)
* Full benefits including medical, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and PTO, dental and vision
Equal Opportunity
Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to supporting diversity and inclusion across the Eurofins network.
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