Materials Handler (M/F/D)

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The Opportunity

Avantor is looking for a proactive Materials Handler to join our team based in Stevenage, UK. In this position, you\’ll play a key role in the day-to-day operations of our on-site stores, ensuring timely and accurate handling of materials and inventory to support laboratory and operational needs.

This role will be a full-time, temporary (12 months) position based at a leading pharmaceutical research and development site in Stevenage, UK. The facility is part of a major bioscience hub focused on advancing innovation in areas such as cell and gene therapy, and supports global efforts in life sciences research. Alongside an attractive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and an additional day off to celebrate your birthday.

The Team

You’ll be a part of a newly established team, supporting inventory management operations. You’ll be part of Avantor’s Lab and Production Services (LPS) team, working closely with internal logistics, global metric support, and GSK stakeholders to ensure seamless inventory and service operations. This role is key to driving data‑led decisions and continuous improvement across the site.

What We\’re Looking For

• Full, clean UK driving licence is essential, as the role involves transporting goods across the site and occasionally between locations
• Previous experience in stores, warehouses, or inventory management, with a solid understanding of stock control processes and best practices
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to quickly learn and navigate internal inventory systems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues, suppliers, and customers
• Physically fit and self‑motivated, with a proactive attitude, strong attention to detail, and the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and workloads

How You\’ll Thrive And Create An Impact

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming goods, ensuring all deliveries match purchase orders and are free from damage
• Manage inventory using internal systems, including stock rotation, cycle counts, and timely updates to ensure real‑time visibility and traceability of materials
• Prepare and distribute materials across the site, ensuring timely delivery to laboratories and departments
• Replenish laboratory stores and point‑of‑use locations, ensuring critical supplies are consistently available to support scientific operations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment, supporting general housekeeping duties

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 over 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, bringing new patient treatments and therapies to market and enabling medical devices that help patients and clinicians. 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.

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/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com 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.

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