Junior Buyer - In Vivo
Junior Buyer - In Vivo
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
Avantor is looking for an experienced Junior Buyer In Vivo to join the team based in Cambridge UK. In this position youll take ownership in supporting animal studies from a procurement perspective - managing ordering of laboratory animals (rats and mice) animal diet enrichment materials and consumables.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with existing procurement experience and familiarity with procurement systems who is looking to grow their career in a multinational supportive environment.
This role will be a full-time permanent position based in brand-new facility at the customer site - The Discovery Centre Bio-Medical Campus in Cambridge. 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 core hours
The team
Youll be part of a team of 7 Buyers and a Team Leader specialising in the procurement of laboratory consumables and equipment for research facilities in the UK and US. This role sists within our Lab and Production Services division which supports leading pharmaceutical companies and research institutions globally in the Life Science sector.
What were looking for
Experience:
- Previous experience in procurement ideally within a regulated scientific or in vivo research environment
- Familiarity with procurement systems
- Strong IT skills particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook)
- Knowledge of import/export regulations and DEFRA notifications is preferable
- Understanding of SHE (Safety Health & Environment) policies and procedures
- Sensitivity to the ethical and regulatory considerations of in vivo research
- Understanding of how procurement supports the broader goals of in vivo research and animal welfare
How youll thrive and create an impact
- Manage end-to-end procurement of laboratory animals diets enrichment and consumables ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards
- Act as the main point of contact for in vivo research staff handling procurement queries and coordinating with internal stakeholders
- Track orders through to delivery and maintain accurate documentation for compliance and audits
- Support continuous improvement by identifying operational efficiencies and contributing to a safe ethical and collaborative team environment
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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 14000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes peoples 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 moms 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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Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
