The Opportunity:
Avantor is looking for an experienced Junior Buyer – In Vivo to join the team based in Cambridge, UK. In this position you’ll take ownership in supporting animal studies from a procurement perspective - managing ordering of laboratory animals (rats and mice), animal diet, enrichment materials and consumables.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with existing procurement experience and familiarity with procurement systems who is looking to grow their career in a multinational, supportive environment.
This role will be a full-time permanent position based in brand-new facility at the customer site - The Discovery Centre, Bio-Medical Campus in Cambridge. Next to an attractive salary, we offer multiple benefits such as bonus, pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and additional day off for your birthday.
Working hours: Monday to Friday, core hours

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in procurement, ideally within a regulated scientific or in vivo research environment
• Familiarity with procurement systems
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and DEFRA notifications is preferable
• Understanding of SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) policies and procedures
• Sensitivity to the ethical and regulatory considerations of in vivo research
• Understanding of how procurement supports the broader goals of in vivo research and animal welfare

Please refer the Job description for details