Inventory Control Assoc 2, based in Livingston, West Lothian

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. With a relentless focus on quality and innovation, Q2 Solutions uses its global experience and scientific expertise to transform science and data into actionable medical insights that help customers improve human health.  A joint venture of IQVIA (formerly QuintilesIMS) and Quest Diagnostics, Q2 Solutions combines the best of each parent organization’s clinical trials laboratory services capabilities to fulfill its mission of treating each sample as if a life depends on it.

Job Overview
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

Qualifications

• 1-2 year of related 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.