Vacature Material Coordination Technical Development

Material Coordination Technical Development in Geleen

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Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Material Coordinator to manage and oversee the flow of materials for our organization. The Material Coordinator will ensure smooth operations by handling inventory, processing orders, inspecting shipments, and maintaining strong communication with suppliers. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and efficient material management.

What you’ll do

• Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels of materials and maintain accurate records to ensure timely replenishment. Track materials that are low in stock and initiate reordering to prevent delays in production.
• Order Processing: Process material requisitions, ensuring all orders are placed and reviewed in a timely manner. Work closely with vendors and suppliers to guarantee prompt and accurate delivery of materials.
• Receiving & Inspection: Inspect incoming shipments for accuracy, verifying quantities and quality against purchase orders to ensure materials meet company standards before acceptance.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all materials are stored in accordance with safety regulations. Promote and adhere to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Supplier Communication: Foster and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors. Address and resolve purchase order issues and negotiate lead times when needed to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Internal Support for internal and external projects: Collaborate with internal teams to gather information needed for creating material lists for internal and external projects. Ensure materials are aligned with both internal and external requirements.
• Material Implementation and Management: Assist in the integration of materials into the system, ensuring proper tracking and inventory management. Collaborate with various departments to create and maintain stock for both ongoing and upcoming project
• Material/Sample Shipment Coordination: Manage and coordinate the shipment of materials and samples to and from client sites, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

What we’re looking for:

• MBO or Bachelor's degree in an organizational or supply chain management area.
• 0-3 years experience in material coordination, supply chain, or procurement, preferably in a technical or R&D setting.
• Proficiency in SAP and inventory management systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for vendor interactions and internal alignment.
• Ability to streamline material workflows in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Workflow Examples: examples of consumables and reagents used in the manufacturing and analysis of RNA therapeutics.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.