Business Administrator

INIT Innovations in Transportation•Chesapeake, VA

11h

About The Position

SQM is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Administrator to support production, procurement, and supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment. This role combines administrative support with purchasing and supplier coordination activities, including ERP data management, order processing, reporting, and supplier communication. The scope of responsibilities may vary based on experience and business needs.

Requirements

General office and administrative experience
Purchasing and supply chain knowledge, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to assist others in the use of purchasing or ERP systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
ERP system experience preferred (Microsoft Dynamics AX a plus)
Knowledge of electronics and mechanical components preferred
High School Diploma required
Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education
1–2 years of experience in an administrative, purchasing, or supply chain role

Nice To Haves

German language skills are a plus
Purchasing experience in electronic components is a plus
Associate’s degree in business administration, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day administrative support functions in production and procurement, including data entry, filing, reporting, and answering telephones
Process production orders, purchase orders, BOMs, requisitions, and special orders within the ERP system
Create Sales calculations for products
Perform purchasing activities, including supplier communication, order placement, follow-up, and delivery tracking
Identify, select, and support supplier relationships based on performance, cost, quality, and delivery
Monitor order status and resolve issues related to delivery delays, pricing discrepancies, warranty concerns, or quality issues
Assist with material costing, price structure analysis, and procurement benchmarking
Create reports for internal stakeholders and customers
Maintain accurate documentation, records, and master data for purchasing and supply chain activities
Effectively support company personnel and interface with suppliers in a professional manner
Perform other duties as assigned