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Inventory & Materials Management Lead

Date Posted: Jun 25, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD
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    Location Middletown, Delaware, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 23, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

As an Inventory & Materials Management Lead at Avantor, you will oversee inventory activities, manage schedules, and serve as a key point of contact for customer escalations. This role involves leading daily operations and supporting the Advanced Laboratory Services team to ensure a seamless supply chain within a regulated environment.

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily inventory activities, including receiving, storage, distribution, sourcing, and cycle counting
  • Develop and manage schedules to align resources with customer demand and service levels
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer escalations and operational issues
  • Act as site lead in the absence of the Supervisor, making real-time operational decisions
  • Translate customer needs into actionable plans and proactively mitigate risks
  • Monitor performance metrics, analyze KPIs, and support business reviews
  • Ensure inventory accuracy through oversight of cycle counts, variance investigations, and lot/expiration tracking
  • Coordinate sourcing activities and support supplier performance
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost
  • Support team success through task coordination, training, and ongoing feedback

Required skills

  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Chemistry, o
  • 5-6 years in inventory management, warehouse operations, or supply chain within a regulated environment
  • Strong experience with ERP systems (SAP MM, Oracle, or equivalent)
  • Hands-on experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanning, and handheld devices
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis, dashboards) and PowerPoint
  • Solid knowledge of inventory control practices (FIFO/FEFO, lot tracking, cycle counting, variance analysis)
  • Understanding of chemical handling and compliance requirements
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs

What the company offers

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Wellness programs
  • Medical coverage starting Day 1
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Company-paid holidays and choice holidays
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Commuter benefits
  • 401(k) with company participation
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Skills Required

Company Overview

Avantor
Paris, Kentucky, United States of America
11 Current Jobs Openings

Avantor is dedicated to advancing materials science and offering superior services in laboratory operations. Our success is rooted in our people, who drive our global performance and enable our teams to achieve their goals. Read More

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