Purchasing Administrative Assistant
March 7 2025
Industries
Retail
Categories Data analyst, BI, Mining, AI,
Saint John, NB • Full time
The Purchasing Administrative Assistant will gain experience using our D365 Microsoft system and other analytical tools to assist with key reporting and presentation development. Part of your responsibilities is arrange equipment and training for team associates and manage schedules and calendars while maintaining a high level of professionalism, accuracy, and detail.
Responsibilities
- Proactively manage schedules and calendars
- Coordinate and oversee team meetings
- Assist with key reporting and presentation development
- Track team targets and tasks
- Participate in process improvement projects
- Arrange equipment and training for team associates
- Plan and execute the Kent trade show
- Manage the day-to-day administration in office
- Other duties or functions as required
Qualifications
- Completion of post-secondary education would be considered an asset
- High level of competencies in Microsoft Office suite of products, including but not limited to Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Sharepoint, etc.
- Previous experience with Dynamics 365 and Power BI would be considered an asset
- Proven experience as an administrative assistant in a professional office environment
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proactive and energetic approach
- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
- Proven team player who is willing to regularly learn new programs and processes, while adapting quickly in a dynamic environment
- Bilingual (English/French) would be considered an asset
About the Team
Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing
About Us
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.