Onsite Inventory Coordinator

In this role, you will report to the Territory Area Manager and will work closely with Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission‑based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science. Location: Cambridge, MA Shift: First Shift Hourly pay range: $25 - $28 Benefits: Health & Wellness Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Wellness programs Eligible for medical coverage starting Day 1 Time Off Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid holidays Choice holidays Financial Well-Being Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Commuter benefits 401(k) retirement plan Tuition assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan discount What we’re looking for Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in inventory management, material handling or warehouse operations with at least 1 year in a coordination, lead or team-support capacity Proficient use of ERP systems (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 (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts) and Outlook Working knowledge of chemical storage, segregation, compatibility and safety documentation requirements Understanding of FIFO, FEFO, lot tracking, expiration management and cycle counting Demonstrated ability to generate operational reports and track KPIs Additional Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Previous experience in a GMP‑regulated facility strongly desired Strong communication skills How you will thrive and create an impact Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory 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: Coordinate daily inventory and material management activities to support laboratory and production operations. Assign and prioritize work, monitor progress, and help resolve operational issues to ensure service levels are met. Manage inventory levels, replenishment activities, and purchase requests to maintain uninterrupted supply of materials. Partner with suppliers to track orders, expedite deliveries, and address material shortages. Oversee storage, handling, and rotation of chemicals and materials in compliance with safety and quality requirements. Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, and variance investigations. Collect, maintain, and report operational data, inventory metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders regarding inventory and operational needs. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, GMP, and site‑specific requirements. Assist with onboarding, training, and cross‑training team members to support operational excellence. Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in customer meetings and provide updates on inventory status, service levels, and operational issues. Perform inventory‑related tasks and 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. Pay Transparency: The expected pre‑tax pay for this position is $45,000.00 – $72,450.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location. EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. For reasonable accommodation requests during the employment process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr