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The Position
We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.
Roche Diagnostics acquired Stratos Genomics (SBX Nanopore Sequencing) in 2020 for its novel Sequencing by eXpansion (SBX) technology. SBX uses unique applications from chemistry, biochemistry, and protein engineering to sequence DNA by nanopore in rapid time with high accuracy and low cost. We are looking for people who are excited to collaborate with us to make SBX successful. You will join the SBX team and play a crucial role in meeting SBX production goals. If you have a passion for precision and a commitment to quality, we'd love to hear from you.
The Inventory Management Specialist will report to the Associate Director, Safety, Facilities, and Security, and execute the day-to-day logistical requirements of operating a research facility. As such, this position will be expected to work onsite each day, supporting research operations and
ensuring a safe and effective working environment for lab personnel.
The Opportunity:
Checking in packages from daily deliveries, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all goods delivered
Overseeing chemical delivery receipt and entrance into the chemical inventory system. Owning the inventory process and verifying data through inspections and reconciliations
Inventory management, including managing our storeroom and restocking common supplies stored and used by our lab teams, including both dry goods and chemicals
Supplier management, including following up with vendors regarding specific or defective orders and tracking and resolving any discrepancies
Establishing off-site stocking and inventory agreements with third parties
Maintaining a safe work environment, supporting Safety, Health, and Environmental programs as needed, including participating as a member of the Spill Response Team
Working closely with a wide variety of teams, acting as a central point of contact for all employees and teams regarding shipping and receiving and inventory issues
Service orientation with scientists as customers. Desire to successfully own and manage inventory levels to prevent disruptions to work flow and ensure goods received are of expected quality
Establishing a new inventory management system for accurate and actively managed inventory levels, with a desire to optimize efficiency and chemical compliance
Comfortable working in a chemistry-heavy research laboratory that works with large volumes of hazardous materials and generates large quantities of hazardous waste. Must be comfortable handling and checking in hazardous materials
Who You Are:
You have 4+ years of experience in inventory management, material handling, and/or operations, ideally in a biotech, medical, and/or manufacturing environment
You have the ability to work independently with solid communication skills
You have the ability to crouch, bend, climb ladders and step stools, and lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
Preferred Qualifications
You have experience with using and implementing inventory management systems and supplier agreements
You have experience working with chemicals and hazardous materials
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Seattle, WA is $40,000-74,200. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Co
