A chemicals/manufacturing client is looking for a Administrative Assistant that will be responsible for general and administrative functions as well as planning a few large-scale customer events, so event planning is a requirement.

Location: Houston, TX 77024
Position: Administrative Assistant
Pay Rate: $25-27/HR
Duration: 6 months or longer (temp to perm)
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm (with an hour unpaid lunch)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• General and administrative functions
• Work safely; promote safety within organization
• Manage calendars; schedule appointments; organize meetings/events for group
• Manage office supplies, mail, phone coverage and other general administrative duties
• Arrange travel (includes booking international and domestic flights, hotel, rental cars, etc.)
• Prepare/process expense reports
• Process purchase orders, requisitions, ACEs online; set up vendors in Oracle
• Professional appearance/attitude
• Maintain office files/records
• Prepare agendas/coordinate travel arrangements for visitors
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Review e-mail; proactively handle routine correspondence
• Professionally interact with business contacts both inside and outside of company
• Financial/analyst functions
• Assist with budget process; review/analyze monthly expenses
• Knowledge of Air Liquide purchasing and accounting systems
• Analyze data
• Drive a project through to completion
• Knowledge of organization, policy, procedures, and personnel to operate with a great deal of latitude for independent judgment on routine issues
• Prepare internal and customer biographies for meeting preparation

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma (Business Degree preferred)
• Event Planning Experience required
• 3+ years’ experience in administrative positions
• Light Travel required for Customer Events (March)
• Good communication/interpersonal skills; ability to interface with customers
• Ability to type 60 wpm minimum; take shorthand
• Strong written/oral communication skills
• Attentive to details/accuracy is very important
• Demonstrates tact and integrity when contacting internal and external customers
• Make decisions about work priorities to effectively and efficiently manage workload
• Handle many tasks at once
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Theoretical/practical business knowledge
• Function in a team environment
• Proficiency in use of office automation tools; Google Suite
• Thorough knowledge of Oracle (Purchasing)

At a minimum, a 7-year background check, education verification, employment verification, and drug screen will be conducted upon hire. Your suitability for employment is contingent upon successfully passing these required pre-employment screenings.


About our Client:
Our client is a multinational company who aims to deliver innovative gas solutions and technologies to their customers in various industries, driving their performance and helping them reduce their environmental impact

About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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