Research Center Executive Assistant - Biostimulants Division
Location: Atessa Research Center, Italy
Position Type: 12-month contract with possibility of permanent position
Work Model: Hybrid
Are you a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills eager to join a dynamic research environment? We're seeking an Executive Assistant to support our Biostimulants Research division at the Atessa Research Center.
About the Role:
As Executive Assistant for Biostimulants Research, you'll be instrumental in ensuring smooth operations through collaboration with procurement, finance, and administration teams. You'll serve as a key facilitator of cross-functional collaboration across multiple units.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage team time-sheet reporting and project hours tracking
2. Support procurement processes (quotations, purchase orders, tender requests)
3. Assist with research site operations and international visitor access
4. Support budget preparation and monitoring
5. Coordinate site management needs (maintenance, supplies)
6. Handle administrative documentation for internal/external projects
7. Support execution of collaboration agreements and contracts
Required Qualifications:
8. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
9. Excellent attention to detail
10. Proficient English communication skills
11. Advanced MS Office skills
12. ERP systems knowledge (plus)
13. Understanding of basic budgeting principles (plus)
14. Experience in procurement, administration, or finance support (plus)
15. Experience in cross-functional coordination (plus)
What We're Looking For:
16. Positive and proactive approach
17. Problem-solving mindset with ability to handle urgent requests
18. Strong stakeholder management skills
19. High level of integrity for confidential information handling
20. Team player with excellent communication abilities
21. Process-oriented mindset
What We Offer:
22. Dynamic international work environment
23. Collaboration with cutting-edge research teams
24. Flexible hybrid working model
25. Professional development opportunities
Join us in shaping the future of agricultural innovation!
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