Administrative Assistant

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Assistant to join the Companion Animal and Intensive Livestock teams. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a keen eye for detail. Experience in the pet or animal health industry is an advantage.

This role will support daily office operations, data entry, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, scheduling, and handling correspondence.
2. Maintain and update records, databases, and spreadsheets with accuracy.
3. Utilize Microsoft Outlook & Excel for data entry, reporting, and basic analysis.
4. Packing and distribution of marketing materials to Sales team.
5. Collaborate with other team members to support operational needs.
6. Creation of Purchase Orders.
7. Weekly stock take of Poultry devices.

Requirements

1. Proven experience as an Office Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.
2. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and other MS Office applications.
4. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team and follow instructions.
7. Experience with SAP would be beneficial.

Preferred Qualifications / Certifications

1. Microsoft Office - in particular Word, Advanced Excel.
2. Grade 12 Certificate.

Employee Status: Regular
Requisition ID: R
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: General Business, Administrative, and Customer Service
Industries: Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Veterinary Services