Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The company’s laboratories work with major global brands to ensure product safety, authenticity, and accurate labeling, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable environment.
Job Description
The Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator processes and places supply orders in Coupa and stocks Kanban shelving within each laboratory department of Environment Testing in Lancaster, PA. The role requires constant interaction with laboratories and vendors, excellent customer service and telephone etiquette, and strong problem‑solving skills to audit, track, and resolve issues related to requisitions and purchase orders.
Responsibilities
- Generate all orders for laboratory consumables in Coupa.
- Receive orders electronically in Coupa and restock inventory in the warehouse.
- Work with labs to source alternative supplies when the primary vendor cannot fulfill orders.
- Identify cost‑saving opportunities and act as an owner of the warehouse.
- Audit account codes to ensure proper billing.
- Communicate with laboratories on order issues, including shortages, shipment delays, and discontinued products.
- Track, trace, and update the status of shipments.
- Successfully conduct and complete all assigned trainings.
- Participate in continuous‑improvement training and train others.
- Maintain all stocking areas clean and organized.
- Assist in other areas as needed or assigned.
Qualifications
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- 6+ months of inventory or purchasing experience.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to stand and walk frequently (approximately 3+ hours/day).
- Ability to lift 10 lb frequently and 25 lb occasionally.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Ideal Candidates Will Have:
- Forklift experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Previous purchasing experience.
- Experience with Coupa or an equivalent purchasing system.
- Experience with a paperless inventory system (Coupa is a plus).
- 1+ year of inventory and purchasing experience.
- Previous warehouse and/or laboratory experience.
- Ability to recognize cost‑saving opportunities.
- Experience negotiating pricing with vendors.
- Experience adhering to safety protocols.
- Proven analytical math skills.
Schedule
Full‑time, 1st shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.
Pay
Pay range: $19–$25 per hour (actual salary may vary based on experience, skill set, internal peer rates, business sector, and geographic location).
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage.
- Life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off.
- Dental and vision options.
- Benefits package varies based on full‑time or part‑time status.