We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s Life Sciences services support the pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare sectors with expert testing, clinical research, auditing, and certification—ensuring product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance from development to market.

• Job Title: Laboratory Stores Person
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Glasgow
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 
• Industry: Health & Nutrition, Life Science

Please note: Due to the nature of the role and operational requirements, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

As our Lab Stores Coordinator, you'll play an important role in supporting laboratory operations by ensuring materials, consumables, and equipment are available when needed. Working closely with laboratory teams and suppliers, you'll help keep the site organised, efficient, and compliant.

• Manage stock, inventory, and materials for laboratory operations
• Raise purchase orders and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
• Maintain accurate stock records and store areas
• Support laboratories with materials, equipment, and day-to-day requirements
• Help maintain quality, health & safety, and compliance standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement across stores and procurement activities

What We're Looking For

• Experience in stores, stock control, warehouse, purchasing, procurement, or inventory management
• Strong organisation, communication, and customer service skills
• Good IT skills and attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Experience in a regulated environment would be beneficial

Ideal Backgrounds

Stores Controller, Stock Controller, Warehouse Coordinator, Procurement Assistant, Purchasing Assistant, Materials Controller, Laboratory Stores Assistant, or Inventory Coordinator.

This role is ideal for someone looking for a varied position where they can support a busy scientific site while developing their procurement, inventory, and operational skills.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly