Inventory Control Associate 2
Job Overview
This is an 8am-4:30 pm, Mon-Friday position.
Support all phases of inventory, coordinating the efficient and controlled flow of materials to and from delivering carriers, laboratory storage and short-term working stock; Maintain inventory records to ensure accurate records of stock on hand and adequate stock levels in accordance with established guidelines;
Work performed is in accordance with ICH E6 Guideline for Good Clinical Practice;
Essential Functions
• Collect all deliveries from loading bay, log, QC, receipt in, store and distribute as required
• Maintain stock on shelves in a tidy manner, executing stock rotation in appropriate date order
• Record all stock movements and stock issues using Inventory control system
• Ensure accurate data entry
• Analyze reports to drive process improvements
• Operate all Inventory Control systems and other appropriate systems to facilitate stock processing duties
• Maintain close links with study PMs and Set Up managers to ensure stock items used in studies adheres to short dated procedures and advise on any material shortages
• Liaise with internal customers, suppliers, and the Purchasing and Finance departments on all stock related issues. Such as price variances, non-receipts of goods, supplier issues, item documentation such as MSDS and any certificates that might be requested
• Conduct daily/weekly reporting
• Provide inventory dispositions
• Ensure Pre-assembly area is stocked and pick internal material requisitions for all areas
• Participate in stock cycle counts
• Liaise with internal customers, suppliers, and the Purchasing and Finance departments on all stock related issues
• Such as price variances, non-receipts of goods and supplier issues
• Review Inventory system and Monitor stock levels to ensure the minimum stock level is not breached
• Order stock as required via the system
• Order in a timely manner taking account of lead times
• Follow up on Purchase Orders to obtain delivery timescales
• Progress outstanding orders and escalate to supervisor for guidance
• Set up and monitor call off orders
• Maintain close links with Lab depts to ensure stock reorder levels are adequate
• Prepare and log interlab shipments for other Q Squared sites ordering stock as required and providing Logistics the details of the shipments along with any related documentation required
• Deputize for other stock controllers as and when required
• Perform any other duties as required as directly by superiors
• Follow department SOPs
Minimum Education and Requirements
• 1-2 year of related experience or equivalent combination or education, training, and experience.
• Good PC skills including Excel and Word.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational, communications, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to drive fork trucks and secure applicable certification.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients.
Q² Solutions is a leading clinical trial laboratory services organization with end-to-end laboratory services and secure, enterprise-wide biospecimen and consent management solutions. https://www.q2labsolutions.com/careers
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including veterans and candidates with disabilities. https://jobs.iqvia.com/q2-solutions-eoe
As the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve, Q² Solutions' ability to operate and provide certain services to customers and partners necessitates Q² Solutions and its employees meet specific requirements regarding vaccination status. https://jobs.iqvia.com/q2-solutions-covid-19-vaccine-status