To further grow our laboratory team, argenx is seeking a logistics and purchasing assistant to operate from our labs in Ghent (Belgium).
Responsibilities:
In close collaboration with your team members and laboratory supervisors, you will provide crucial support to lab operations, logistics and accounting by:
1. Taking full ownership & overseeing stock management and stock level checks
2. Become one of the direct contacts for suppliers and support vendor negotiations
3. Handling order management tasks such as entering, monitoring, and reviewing orders for accuracy in pricing
4. Acting as a primary contact for accounting inquiries
5. Assisting in purchase order processing
6. Aiding in operational tasks, including organizing samples, ensuring accurate labelling, and diligently recording data in the system
7. Further optimizing & standardizing existing processes and procedures
Profile:
8. Holds a higher secondary technical degree or equivalent with a chemistry focus
9. Minimum 3 years relevant experience
10. Is motivated by a healthy balance between hands-on operations, administration and tactical work
11. Skilled in using office software like MS Word and MS Excel
12. Experienced in handling both administrative and logistical tasks
13. Proficient in both English & Dutch communication (both spoken and written) is a mandatory requirement
14. Demonstrates a strong dedication to quality and upholds high housekeeping standards
15. Able to plan and carry out tasks independently, without constant supervision
16. Shows reliability, independence, and precision in task execution
17. A committed team player with strong collaboration abilities skills and eager to foster connections
18. Available to work daily from the offices in Zwijnaarde (Ghent, Belgium)
Offer:
19. A full time position in a successful, dynamic, rapidly growing biotech company
20. A competitive salary package accompanied by comprehensive benefits
21. Joining a team that provides access to a wide range of technologies, engaging in diverse daily tasks, and encouraging initiative-taking to contribute to the company's success
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