Logistics Operative (M/F/D)

Avantor is looking for Logistics Operative, to join the team based in Slough, UK! In this position you’ll handle data entry for parcel deliveries, prepare orders, conduct stock checks, arrange shipments, book couriers, manage medical gases, and provide customer service. You'll be part of our Stores team, supporting global pharmaceutical companies and laboratories in Life Sciences R&D.

Scientific/laboratory-based experience is not required for this role, as full training will be provided.

This role will be a full-time permanent position based at the customer site – UCB in Slough. Next to an attractive salary, we offer multiple benefits such as bonus pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and additional day off for your birthday.  

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 16:30 

The team 

You’ll belong to a collaborative team of 6 in our business department Lab and Production Services, which supports leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories all over the world, in Research and Development within the Life Sciences industry.  

What we’re looking for 

Education:  Five GCSE’s including Maths, English and one or more Science subjects essential

Experience: 

• Previous experience working in a warehouse is highly desirable 
• Outstanding attention to details 
• Ability to understand and follow Health & Safety instructions  
• Proven excellent customer service focus and ability to work collaboratively  
• Good IT skills required (including Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook) 

How you’ll thrive and create an impact 

• Receiving stock deliveries, ensuring storage in accurate locations and accurate temperatures 
• Perform accurate data entry for parcel deliveries, ensuring timely and correct processing
• Prepare and organize orders for dispatch, coordinating stock availability and delivery schedules
• Conduct regular stock checks to maintain inventory levels and ensure availability of critical supplies.
• Arrange shipments, book couriers, and track deliveries to meet customer deadlines and expectations
• Manage medical gases inventory, ensuring compliance with safety regulations

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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.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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