Logistics Coordinator II

2 weeks ago

Grand Rapids, United States Van Andel Institute Full time

Van Andel Institute (VAI), a world-class biomedical research institute, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is dedicated to improving human health. We are pioneers in the fight against cancer, Parkinson's, and other diseases. We are committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists and educators.

VAI is currently seeking to hire a Logistics Coordinator. In this role, you will assist in supporting a diverse set of operational needs within our organization. If you are looking to provide world-class support to world-class research and education, we would love to hear from you.

Your Key Responsibilities in this role will include the following:

•Inspecting, receiving, documenting, and distributing all inbound materials according to institutional standards.

•Shipping materials to collaborators and suppliers on behalf of labs and departments.

•Actively monitoring shipment status and keep key stakeholders informed in real-time.

•Forecasting potential shipment issues and triaging shipments experiencing delays.

•Abiding by transportation regulations pertaining to importing, exporting, and shipping dangerous goods.

Additionally, the Logistics Coordinator must be willing to adapt well to changing priorities. Daily operational support to other departments may also be required:

•Receiving, labeling, and storing stocked products according to manufacturer specifications and departmental procedures.

•Conducting physical inventories, replenish stock levels, issue transfers, and fill end user orders.

•Collecting, processing, and distributing glassware and other supplies to research areas.

•Perform all other duties as assigned.

What you'll like most about working in the Logistics Services Department:

•Joining a hardworking, improvement focused, dynamic team of professionals in supporting disease research.

To be a successful member of our team, we will measure you on the following areas:

•Attitude of Collaboration

•Attention to Detail

•Professionalism

The skills you will be required to have in this role:

•Associate's degree or equivalent preferred with 2+ years of customer-facing experience in shipping/receiving, healthcare, or related industries.

•Customer service experience

•Critical thinking skills

•Curiosity/desire to learn

•Excellent communication and customer service skills

•Willingness to adapt to changing priorities

•Experience working with various computer software and systems

•Ability to lift, reach, carry, and transport packages and supplies.

The skills we are willing to train you on:

•Utilizing our inbound tracking software (SCLogic), ERP system (Workday).

•Shipping lab materials according to applicable transportation regulations.

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS: All full-time employees of Van Andel Institute are eligible for benefits, effective Day One VAI offers a competitive benefits package and hourly pay rate.

YOUR NEXT STEPS:

If you are a person who has demonstrated success in these areas, we would love to have a conversation with you The first step in beginning this conversation is starting your application.

In addition to your resume, provide a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this role and how this position aligns with your goals.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application or any questions, please email Natalie Hartford @ Natalie.Hartford@vai.org

About Van Andel Institute

Established in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1996 by the Van Andel family, VAI is now home to nearly 500 scientists, educators and support staff, who work with national and international collaborators to foster discovery. The Institute's scientists study the origins of cancer, Parkinson's and other diseases and translate their findings into breakthrough prevention and treatment strategies. Our educators develop inquiry-based approaches for K-12 education to help students and teachers prepare the next generation of problem-solvers, while our Graduate School offers a rigorous, research-intensive Ph.D. program in molecular and cellular biology.

VAI is committed to achieving excellence through increasing diversity. We actively encourage applications from women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.

Van Andel Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer.

As Van Andel Institute is a drug free employer, all prospective new employees undergo a urinalysis/drug test as part of our pre-employment process. This is a 7-panel drug screen and it includes testing for Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, PCP, Barbiturates, and Benzodiazepines.

About Grand Rapids, MI

Van Andel Institute is in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan in the center of the Medical Mile. A remarkable combination of a cosmopolitan atmosphere and small-town warmth, Grand Rapids is known for its philanthropic and sustainability-driven community. It's fun affordable and family-friendly.

Located on the banks of the Grand River, Grand Rapids offers all the big-city excitement you'd expect from a million-resident metropolis, featuring hundreds of restaurants and nightspots, theaters, museums, sports and concerts. The safe and clean downtown is surrounded by an eclectic mix of walkable neighborhoods and natural areas. The downtown area is safe and clean with an eclectic mix of walkable neighborhoods and natural areas.

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