Administrative Assistant

An AdministrativeAssistant in a Purchasing Department supports the procurement team bymanaging supplier communications, processing Purchase Orders (POs), andtracking inventory. They act as the central point of contact for dailyadministrative operations to ensure the business receives materials on time andwithin budget.

CoreResponsibilities

• Purchase Order (PO) Management: Prepare, issue, and track POs to ensure accuracy in specifications, quantities, and delivery terms.
• Supplier Coordination: Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations, compare prices, request samples, and resolve delivery delays or discrepancies.
• Documentation & Audit Compliance: Maintain accurate records of Delivery Orders (DO), invoices, and Goods Received Notes (GRN) to verify against POs and facilitate accounts payable.
• Inventory Monitoring: Track stock levels, assist in material replenishment planning, and coordinate with internal store or production teams.
• General Administration: Handle daily clerical duties including filing, data entry into company system software, and preparing procurement reports.

KeyRequirements & Competencies

• Education: Minimum of a Higher Nitec, 'O' Levels and above or a relevant field.
• Experience: 1–3 years in administrative or procurement roles, preferably in the local Singapore operations, supply chain, or manufacturing sectors.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (especially MS Excel for price comparison and inventory tracking) and willingness to learn inhouse software.
• Soft Skills: Meticulous attention to detail, strong multi-tasking abilities, and effective negotiation or vendor-relations skills.