Shipment Officer

The Opportunity

Responsible for carrying out routine tasks at a customer site. Under close supervision, provide a wide range of onsite Laboratory and Scientific Services as part of the VWR Catalyst Service offering. Prepare and label laboratory materials including but not limited to biological media, buffers and mobile phases in accordance with procedural documents, site and regulatory requirements. Order and maintain material inventory required to manufacture requested formulations to end users. Manage, coordinate and execute sample receipt and sample shipment, including but not limited to; media powders and components, buffers, in process samples. Preparation and shipment of all samples within as well as outside of the Network to meet the site-specific needs, as per site requirements, procedural documents and regulatory requirements.

Shipment Officer

Location: Slough | Full-time | Permanent

About The Role

Are you a natural multitasker with a sharp eye for detail and a knack for logistics? We’re looking for a Shipment Officer to take charge of our complex, high-stakes scientific shipments—supporting world-class researchers and ensuring the safe, compliant movement of sensitive biological and chemical materials.

As our Shipping Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in keeping science in motion. From regulatory documentation to hands-on packaging support, you’ll manage each shipment from campus to global destination with care, compliance, and confidence.

Your Key Responsibilities

Administrative Mastery

• Assess shipment needs and flag potential import/export restrictions
• Identify permit requirements based on material type and destination
• Prepare shipment-specific documentation (invoices, USDA letters, End-Use letters, etc.)
• Act as the communication hub for all shipment-related queries
• Coordinate carrier pick-ups and drop-offs
• Maintain a detailed shipping record repository and keep our management platform accurate and up to date
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including Global Trade Compliance, Lab Managers, Facilities, and Scientists
  
  

Onsite Logistical Support

• Assist scientists with packaging and temperature-sensitive shipment prep
• Collect and consolidate packages across campus
• Ensure the shipment area is organized, efficient, and safe for all use
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience handling shipments in a regulated environment—particularly involving biological or chemical materials—is beneficial, but not essential. Full training will be provided.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Confidence in managing documentation and regulatory detail
• A proactive, collaborative spirit
• Comfort working across departments and with external partners
  
  

What’s In It For You

Full onboarding and specialized training in scientific logistics

Health care allowance

Robust pension scheme

A mission-driven team and opportunities to grow

Ready to move science forward, one critical shipment at a time?

Apply now and join a team where precision meets purpose.

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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