Inventory Control Specialist II

Inventory Controls Specialist II Billerica, MA Quanterix is a global leader in ultra-sensitive biomarker detection, enabling breakthroughs in disease research, diagnostics, and drug development. Its vision is to lead the next era of precision biomarker science to power earlier detection, better decisions, and improved human health. Its mission is to make biology measurable at its most fundamental level, delivering earlier insight when it matters most. Across discovery to clinical applications, Quanterix empowers scientists and healthcare providers to improve patients' lives through detection and understanding of disease. Its proprietary Simoa technology delivers industry-leading sensitivity, allowing researchers to detect and quantify biomarkers in blood and other fluids at concentrations far below traditional limits. With more than 3,400 peer-reviewed publications, Quanterix has been a trusted partner to the scientific community for nearly two decades. In 2025, Quanterix acquired Akoya Biosciences, The Spatial Biology Company, adding multiplexed tissue imaging with single-cell resolution to its portfolio. Together, the combined company offers a uniquely integrated platform that connects biology across blood and tissue-advancing precision medicine from discovery to diagnostics. ROLE SUMMARY: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Inventory Controls Specialist II to join our growing Supply Chain team. The Inventory Controls Specialist II is responsible for executing the daily receiving, inventory control, material staging, and inventory storage activities that maintain inventory integrity across the Billerica warehouse and external storage locations. This role ensures inventory is accurately received, stored, staged, and maintained to support our internal teams and customers. Success in this role is achieved through disciplined execution of standardized processes, attention to detail, and a commitment to inventory accuracy and operational excellence. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Put away raw materials, semi-finished goods, finished goods, instruments, spare parts, and other inventory in accordance with established storage requirements and temperature controls. Maintain inventory integrity by ensuring materials are accurately stored and organized in designated warehouse and external storage locations. Maintain First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory practices where applicable. Create and maintain system inventory locations and process routine inventory transactions and approved inventory adjustments in accordance with established procedures. Support inventory transfers between company facilities and external storage locations. Execute timely and accurate inventory transactions in the ERP system and monitor inventory locations to identify discrepancies requiring correction or escalation. Conduct scheduled cycle counts, perform inventory verification activities, and reconcile routine inventory discrepancies. Participate in annual physical inventory activities and other inventory audit requirements. Ensure inventory is handled, stored, and staged in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements. Monitor product expiration dates and process expired, excess, and obsolete inventory in accordance with established procedures. Collaborate with Quality Assurance regarding inventory requiring inspection, quarantine, or disposition. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Procurement, Planning, Customer Care, Quality, Logistics, and Warehouse Operations to support daily business requirements. Communicate inventory shortages, receiving discrepancies, and material availability issues in a timely manner. Maintain organized inventory, receiving, and shipping documentation in accordance with company procedures. Support departmental 5S, safety, standardized work, and continuous improvement initiatives. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years of relevant inventory, receiving, warehouse, supply chain, or related operational experience. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Additional education in supply chain management, inventory management, or a related field. Experience with inventory management in a biotech, life sciences, manufacturing, or regulated environment. Familiarity with laboratory reagents, instruments, and related supplies. Experience using an Enterprise Resource Planning system; NetSuite experience is a plus. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills. EXPECTATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Workplace location: onsite in Billerica, MA. Travel: minimal, as business needs require. Ability to work in warehouse and inventory storage environments while following safety and quality procedures. Ability to lift materials as required for the role; final weight requirement to be confirmed by the hiring manager. Adaptable and flexible in response to changing priorities, business needs, and process improvements. Demonstrates a team-first mindset and willingness to support colleagues across warehouse, supply chain, and cross-functional activities as needed. Maintains a positive, solutions-oriented approach while helping others and contributing to a collaborative work environment. WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING WITH US: Our Technology: From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix's ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease. Akoya Biosciences, a Quanterix company, is The Spatial Biology Company-bringing tissue context to life through high-resolution, single-cell imaging. Akoya's spatial phenotyping platforms help researchers visualize and measure how cells organize and interact within tissue to influence disease progression and therapeutic response. From discovery through clinical research, Akoya offers a full continuum of solutions, including PhenoCycler, PhenoImager Fusion and HT, and PhenoCode Panels. As part of Quanterix, Akoya complements a leading portfolio of ultra-sensitive biomarker detection technologies, together enabling a more complete view of biology and disease across both tissue and blood. Our Commitment to Employees: At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner. Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards. Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change. Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments. Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their successes and failures. We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day! DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE: Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values. Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr