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We deliver first-class facility and operational support, skilled laboratory personnel, and an expansive events program designed to add value to the community and promote connectivity - as well as the other critical services and support that early-stage companies need to begin start-up operations. \nWhat is this role? \nDo you take pride in providing stellar customer service and helping others learn how to use new systems? Do you enjoy triaging various requests to provide a quick and effective response? Are you good with details, thinking critically about processes, and flexing your investigative side?\nLabCentral is seeking a Procurement Associate. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, this role requires both organizational skills and desire to provide high-quality customer service.\nYou’ll be the best fit for this role if you have 1-2 years of experience in a business administration, supply chain management, and/or a related role focusing on customer support and purchasing/receiving. Bonus points if you dream of being the person who can save the day when a scientist needs an item ASAP and if you are genuinely curious why ethidium bromide is a banned substance in our facility! Hard workers, critical thinkers, organizational nuts, and Excel wizzes are encouraged to apply.\nWhat will I do? \nResponsibilities:\nPlace and track orders using our internal system, powered by Jaggaer\nProvide timely assistance to residents for order-related inquiries\nValidate, quality check, and process invoices from a variety of vendors\nCollaborate with the accounting team on invoicing and documentation\nHelp complete the “life-cycle” of an order, from initial request to purchase order to invoice\nLiaise with residents and vendors to solve order complications efficiently\nAssist LabCentral in scaling its business model by automating processes to become more efficient\nBuild and maintain relationships with vendors and residents\nAny other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide to LabCentral’s values\nWhat do I bring? \nDesired qualifications: \n1-2 years of experience\nTime management, organization, and decision-making skills\nStrong attention to detail\nStellar customer service skills and anticipatory thinking to avoid issues before they arise\nAbility to build relationships with vendors and residents\nWork effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment\nEnjoy continuously learning, tackling whatever comes your way\nWhat your first six months will look like:\nComplete needed training on aspects of procurement, record keeping, and invoicing\nLearn our systems and provide feedback on how to do things better\nWith the help of current staff, become a primary purchasing contact at one or more of our sites\nLearn about our residents and their research\nContinue to build your skills and set goals for personal and professional growth\nWork environment: \nFully onsite during regular business hours\nAbility to sit for long periods, ability to move around an office environment, and ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand\nAbility to lift and carry a minimum of 25 pounds\nWhat do we offer? \nBenefits: \nFully Covered Medical and Dental Premiums: We have you and your dependents covered, including deductible costs. \nLong and Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance: Life can be unexpected; we’ve got your back.\nFlexible Vacation: Enjoy the flexibility to take the time you need. \nThree Months Fully Paid Parental Leave: We’ll help support you during life's important moments.\n401K Match Up to 6% with Immediate Vestment: Know your future is secure with our 401K match.\nTransportation Reimbursements: We'll cover commuting costs for a parking pass, MBTA, or bike maintenance so you can get to work hassle-free.\nHealth & Wellness: Relax and enjoy reimbursements for fitness, yoga, massage therapy, and other holistic health practices.\nTechnology Stipend: To ensure you stay connected, we offer a monthly cell phone stipend as well as yearly reimbursements for cell phone repairs.\nProfessional Growth: We offer a stipend for continuing education and training to invest in your career growth, and we help ease the burden of student loans by providing reimbursement.\nFantastic Work Environment: Be inspired by colleagues and residents, and work in vibrant spaces that are stocked with a variety of snacks. Plus, we offer in-house programming on thought-provoking and diverse topics!\nCompensation:\nOur compensation philosophy is intentional and researched to align with average market salaries; comprehensive, generous benefits to support overall well-being; and parity with our existing and future team members. Below details the value of what our compensation package may look like, but specific details pertaining to an individual will vary. \nSalary range: $52-56k along with the potential to earn a bonus of 6% based on company performance. \nApproximate monetary value of benefits (based off an individual - dependents increase value): $22,000.\nEqual Opportunity Employer \nLabCentral is committed to building teams that reflect the fabric of the city around us. We welcome all candidates regardless of race, color, ancestry, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Any other human expressions and experiences not mentioned here are equally welcome. If you require an accommodation, please let us know. 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