We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team in Olive Branch, Mississippi. This contract-to-permanent position requires a highly organized individual who excels in communication and thrives in a collaborative, small-office environment. You will play a key role in supporting the Purchasing Manager and assisting with administrative and sales support tasks while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide administrative support to the Purchasing Manager, including creating purchase orders and organizing vendor files.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors, including international partners, to ensure timely updates and smooth operations.<br>• Maintain and update pricing spreadsheets and run buying reports using Excel.<br>• Organize and manage filing systems, including creating new customer and vendor folders annually and archiving older records.<br>• Process shipping documents and assist with domestic purchasing activities.<br>• Monitor and update market costs and arrival reports in internal systems on a weekly basis.<br>• Order business cards, office supplies, and warehouse materials as needed, while ensuring supply closets and printers are well-stocked.<br>• Greet vendors and customers upon their arrival and provide attentive assistance as needed.<br>• Coordinate routine office maintenance, such as scheduling carpet cleaning every six months.<br>• Scan and send mill certificates to customers and collaborate with internal teams to address operational needs.
