R&D Coordinator

Archer Daniels Midland Company; Newman; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company seeks an organized administrative professional to support R&D procurement and inventory activities. You will handle purchase requests, contracts, and coordination with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and samples.

The role requires a degree in a related field and 2–3 years of experience in admin or procurement, with basic English and strong Excel/NAV skills. On-site position with NAV/ERP system exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Logistics, or related fields (required).
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in administrative support, purchasing, inventory coordination, or similar operations roles.
• Basic English communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and NAV/ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, update, and manage purchase requests and contracts for goods and services.
• Process Purchase Requests (PRs) in the NAV system in compliance with procedures.
• Coordinate with internal departments and suppliers to support purchasing activities.
• Prepare and maintain monthly timesheets for R&D personnel.

Skills

Procurement coordination

Inventory management

Vendor relationships

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Accounting/Finance/Logistics

Tools

NAV system

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Location: Nha Be/ Shuttle Bus provided

Job Description

This position is responsible for providing administrative, purchasing, inventory, and operational support to the R&D farm. The role ensures efficient coordination of procurement activities, inventory management, personnel administration, customer visits, sample distribution, and event organization while maintaining compliance with company procedures and policies. This position holder is responsible for:

• Receive, update, and manage purchase requests and contracts for goods and services.
• Initiate, process, monitor, and follow up Purchase Requests (PRs) in the NAV system in strict compliance with company procedures and policies.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers to support purchasing and procurement activities.
• Prepare, verify, and maintain accurate monthly timesheets for R&D personnel in a timely manner.
• Conduct monthly inventory check of materials, supplies, consumables, and other R&D-related items.
• Maintain accurate inventory and fixed asset records, investigate discrepancies, and report issues when identified.
• Prepare docs & arrange shipment of raw material, feed, and other samples to domestic and international customers.
• Plan and coordinate customer visits, including arrangements for customers and delegations visiting the R&D farm.
• Support the organization and logistics of meetings, events, workshops, and customer visits.
• Maintain proper documentation and administrative records related to R&D operations.
• Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Manager.

Job Requirements

• Education: College or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Logistics, or related fields.
• Working Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of experience in administrative support, purchasing, inventory coordination, or a similar operations role.
• Business Understanding: Basic knowledge of procurement processes, inventory control, and supply chain workflows.
• Work spirit: Collaborative and contributive attitude, respective, responsible, positive thinking
• Language: Basic English communication skills
• Computing: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (NAV experience preferred).
• Problem-solving skill: Ability to negotiate and build relationships with suppliers