Senior Materials Controller

Senior Materials Controller – Limerick (Regeneron)

Avantor is seeking a motivated and hands-on Senior Materials Controller to support our Laboratory Services team at a major biopharmaceutical manufacturing site in Limerick.

This is an operational, on-site role focused on inventory control, stockroom activities and supporting material flow within a GMP-regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Inventory Management

• Execute daily inventory and material handling activities in line with defined procedures
• Receive, inspect and log incoming materials
• Ensure proper storage and organisation of stock
• Distribute materials to end users in a timely manner (OTIF support)
• Maintain accurate inventory records and system updates

Stock Control & Issue Resolution

• Perform cycle counts and support inventory accuracy
• Identify and resolve common stock discrepancies (e.g. missing/damaged items, incorrect storage locations)
• Escalate more complex issues (e.g. supply interruptions or system-related issues) where required
• Apply standard processes and previous experience to resolve recurring issues

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to GMP, EHS and site procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation to support audits and inspections
• Support audit readiness through consistent process execution

Team & Site Support

• Support and guide Material Controllers in day-to-day activities
• Assist with workload coordination across the team
• Act as a point of contact for routine queries from site stakeholders
• Communicate activity records and service updates to supervisor and team

Continuous Improvement

• Identify simple opportunities to improve stockroom efficiency and accuracy
• Support implementation of process improvements

What We’re Looking For

Education

• Leaving Certificate (required)
• Relevant qualification (desirable, not essential)

Experience

• Experience in inventory control, stockroom or warehouse operations
• Experience working in a structured, process-driven environment
• Experience in a regulated (GMP/GLP) environment is an advantage
• Previous experience supporting or guiding team members is beneficial

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, operational role
• Ability to follow defined procedures and resolve recurring issues
• Basic IT and Excel skills
• Good communication skills

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Why Join Avantor?

You will join a global organisation supporting critical scientific operations, working in a collaborative and supportive team environment with opportunities to build your experience in a GMP-regulated setting.

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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