Dedicated and detail-oriented administrative assistant supporting executives and teams in fast-paced environments. Proficient in managing calendars, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and performing general administrative tasks. Skilled in prioritizing tasks, solving problems, and maintaining confidentiality. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a strong commitment to providing exceptional administrative support.
Vendor Management
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers
Maintain and update an approved supplier list
Build and manage relationships with vendors
Purchasing
Prepare and process purchase requests (PRs) and purchase orders (POs)
Source goods and services as per project and organizational needs
Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement
Market Research & Pricing
Conduct market analysis to identify pricing trends
Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers
Documentation & Compliance
Ensure all procurement activities follow internal policies and donor requirements
Maintain proper documentation for audits and reporting
Inventory & Asset Management
Coordinate with logistics and inventory teams to ensure accurate stock levels
Track delivery and verify the quality of received items
Budget Coordination
Align purchases with allocated budgets
Monitor spending and provide cost analysis reports
Reporting
Prepare procurement status reports and summaries
Share updates with relevant departments
Internal Coordination
Collaborate with admin, finance, and project teams to support operational needs
Respond to procurement-related inquiries from staff
Purchasing strategy
Data entry
Vendor relations