The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for an experienced and motivated Supply Chain Service Lead to join our team in Cambridge, UK. In this position, you’ll take ownership of inventory operations, procurement, reporting, and team leadership. You’ll be responsible for managing stock replenishment, overseeing offsite storage, supporting service delivery, and driving continuous improvement through data analysis and collaboration.

** You'll be based at our site at BioMedical Campus in Cambridge, overlooking operations across two store areas, located in buildings just a short walk apart **

This role will be a full-time, temporary (12 months) position based in a 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 a pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and an additional day off for your birthday.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, core hours

The Team

You’ll join our Lab and Production Services (LPS) department, supporting global pharmaceutical operations. You’ll lead the Stores function at the Ann McLaren Building (AMB), provide cross-site support at DISC, and collaborate with stakeholders across logistics, procurement, and science teams.

What we’re looking for

GCSE or equivalent secondary school qualificationBroad experience in supply chain, logistics, or inventory management, preferably in a scientific environmentExperience in team leadership and cross-functional collaborationStrong understanding of procurement systems, stock control, and complianceAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creationDesirable: Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, Power BI, and health & safety protocols

How you’ll thrive and create an impactLead and support daily operations, including line management, workload coordination, and service deliveryProvide operational cover and leadership across stores as needed, ensuring business continuityManage procurement activities, including raising POs, tracking spend, and supporting invoice resolutionOversee offsite storage, ensuring accurate stock levels, replenishment, and complianceAnalyse reports and metrics to identify improvement opportunities and lead innovation projectsMaintain documentation for compliance and training, and lead audits, inspections, and GEMBA walksAct as a key point of contact for store-related queries and escalate complex issues as needed

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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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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.

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