Sample Reception Technician

at  SGS

Company Description
SGS provide the world’s most comprehensive range of integrated inspection, testing, certification, and advisory services, powered by the latest technology and digital tools. Our global network of experts supports our customers by helping them to meet increasingly complex regulations and standards.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Retailer Discounts
• Access to electric vehicle leasing scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a Sample Reception Technician / Subcontract Technician to join our team and manage the subcontracting journey from the initial query point of sale through to testing completion, with the assistance of Customer Services confirming invoicing is complete and commercially sensible.
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday 9 am- 5 pm

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Accurately follow standard operating procedures for the registration, subcontracting and transferring of samples between sites.
• Act as a technical support to outsource pricing and testing requirements with subcontracting laboratories.
• Preparing POs via Oracle and updating the PO tracker
• Liaising with Sales to ensure they are aware of updated / new pricing for subcontractors.
• Liaising with Procurement to ensure that once price increases are implemented, Oracle is updated to reflect these changes on the product catalogues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• GCSE grade A to C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Full driving licence.
• Numerate with good written English – both essential
• Customer Service orientated and committed to providing an outstanding level of service to all
• Have good IT skills, including competent use of Microsoft use of Microsoft Office Applications.
• Experience in operations / productions or a closely related role.

Please refer the Job description for details