Administrative Assistant

Description:-This position is expected to work closely and cooperatively with the various departments within the Agency. -The Executive Administrative Assistant provides support and assistance to agency leadership, takes minutes and acts as liaison to the Board of Directors. -The Executive Administrative Assistant will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating and purchasing goods and services for the organization. -This individual will work closely with various departments to identify purchasing needs, evaluate vendor performance, and ensure that purchases are made within budget and according to company policies. -The Executive Administrative Assistant will be expected to perform other related duties.Education:High School Diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Education and/or training in the area of medical records and computer technology strongly preferred.A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the healthcare/social services field, preferably in the area of medical records and quality assurance.Skills:-Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on price, quality, delivery, and service.-Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to obtain the best value for the organization.-Manage supplier relationships, including monitoring vendor performance, resolving issues, and identifying opportunities for improvement.-Maintain accurate records of purchases and contracts.-Collaborate with various departments to identify purchasing needs and develop specifications for goods and services.-Manage the procurement process from requisition to purchase order issuance.-Ensure that purchases are made within budget and in compliance with company policies.-Ability to attend to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication with the capacity to handle confidential information. -Ability to supervise and enforce compliance with Agency policies.About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.