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SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company – is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the business line’s administrative tasks. You will create purchase orders, track deliveries, and maintain documentation for audits while assisting in proposals and tenders.
The role requires strong Excel/Office skills, English proficiency (B2+), and may involve hybrid work arrangements with onsite periods.
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for providing support in the administrative tasks of the business Line.
Create Purchase Orders for Third-Party and Affiliate Jobs through I-Procurement:
Assist in the Preparation of Proposals and Tenders:
Support colleagues with additional administrative needs as required.
Develops skills and knowledge to progress in your career.
Develops trust by providing timely responses to all inquiries, whether by Teams, email, or phone
. Promotes a positive “Can do!” attitude and a safe working environment.
Be knowledgeable and compliant with SGS procedures and standards.
Takes initiative in all we do and perform other duties as required to further SGS mission of service, quality and growth.
Builds and maintains strong working relationships.
Performs other related duties as may be assigned either in support of departmental goals or for his/her personal or professional training, education or development as programmed by his/her immediate superior.
Ensures work area in GBS is kept clean and presentable at all times.
Remains familiar with SGS quality assurance procedures
. Complies to all SGS QHSE and HR policies and procedures
Bachelor’s degree in administration, Secretarial Studies, or similar.
Advanced proficiency in office tools (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
Advanced proficiency in Windows-based applications.
Good command of the English language (B2+)
Prior experience is preferred: