Administrative/ Procurement Assistant

Job Description: The manager needs someone from an administrative assistant background, someone more junior that is willing to learn and grow. Someone that doesn't mind ordering lunch but at the same time taking the opportunities to learn and take on projects that are given to gain experience in the procurement field. Supports procurement fulfillment group, including processing of purchase orders, price changes and order confirmations. Creates purchase orders for the acquisition of materials. Researches, interviews, and negotiates with suppliers to obtain prices and specifications. Provides routine administrative support. Resolution of invoice errors. Interface with internal clients as appropriate. Scan contracts into Ariba contract workbench. Qualifications: Ability to work under pressure. Shows attention to detail. Excellent Data Entry skills. Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Demonstrated strength in facilitating projects, multiple tasks and priority setting. Requirements/Skill Level: (Basic) - Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to a manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Intermediate) - Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-5 years of related experience. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Advanced) - Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and at least 5 years of related experience. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at .