Outsourced Testing Administrator

George

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Outsourced Testing Administrator in 4 Pearl Street, Tamsui Industria, George, WESTERN CAPE 6529 ZAF. Your mission will be to:

We currently have a vacancy for an Outsourced Testing Administrator role in the Outsourced Testing Department.
The incumbent will act as the Administrative support function for the Outsourced Testing Services, including financial and logistics administration.
Key Requirements:
Knowledge:

• Good understanding of financial concepts (invoicing, revenue, expenses, accruals).
• Good understanding of international and local logistics procedures and requirements- adhering to the MXNS global International Trade Compliance guidelines
• General understanding of Chemistry (90%) and Microbiological (10%) testing for food, feed, packaging, water, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

Work Environment: On-site collaboration with Sample Receiving, Customer Care/ Sales, and Finance teams.
Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, multi-tasking and time management abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience: Practical experience in a laboratory and/or financial processes will be highly beneficial.

Hours: Weekdays, 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Generate manual proforma invoices for outsourced testing, based on quotations, price lists, SLAs and tenders, for processing by the debtors department.
• Address and resolve customer invoice queries related to outsourced testing.
• Liaise with subcontractors to obtain quotations and proforma invoices, and create Purchase Orders for Subcontractors and OMS activities.
• Process subcontractor invoices and close purchase orders in accordance with Procurement Procedures.
• Coordinate the import and export of samples to and from South Africa.
• Manage courier communications and follow up on detained parcels.
• Handle and process international courier invoices for payment.
• Provide backup support for OMS sample registration as needed.
• Assist with the manual dispatch of Test Reports or Certificates of Analysis to customers, when required.
• Assist Customer Care and Sales teams with Outsourced Testing Queries when required.

YOUR PROFILE

Minimum of a matric certificate, but some tertiary courses in Administration and/or Logistics and/or Food science will be advantageous.

WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?