Laboratory Retail Support Administrator
SGS
Posted: March 24, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are looking for a Laboratory Retail Support Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a laboratory environment and be able to provide excellent customer service. The role requires basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and a strong attention to detail.
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Job Description
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 99,600 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. 
 
• Job Title - Laboratory Retail Support Administrator 
• Job Type - Permanent 
• Location - Cramlington (5 days a week on site) 
• Hours - Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm 
• Salary - £23,868 per annum 
• Industry - Health & Nutrition - Food  
Overview of the role: 
• Co-ordinating of shopping lists from retailers to shoppers, receive and register samples on to the Laboratory Information Management (LIMs) system in an accurate and timely manner
• Take responsability for photographing samples and filing and making photos presentable for reports
• Follow standard operating procedures for the registration and storage of samples
• Work with internal and external teams on coordination of logistics and collections
The ideal candidate is someone who has had some entry level experience working in a food laboratory or food processes. 
We are looking for someone with: 
• Experience with MS Office packages 
• Experienced in dealing with high levels of accuracy 
• Experience with using picture editing programmes  
• Ability to multi task 
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 (subject to eligibility criteria) 
• Competitive pension scheme & Life Assurance 
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) & Bank Holidays 
• Additional day off for your birthday 
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.