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The Office Manager and Administrative assistant is responsible for all office and admin related tasks including (internal) events and administrative support to VP's.
This position is located in Amsterdam onsite. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.
Essential job responsibilities :
Office Management:
Facilities Management including phones, IT, building, equipment, catering, health & safety coordination and manage all office related vendors
Manage reception, incoming correspondence and re-direct if needed to the departments/persons in charge
Point of contact in the office for (global) teams that are using the office for team meetings/training, including dinner reservation, taxi’s etc
Ensure in time delivery of supplies/materials for the office and external events
Responsible for raising purchase orders through iBuy system and setting up new vendors
Administrative Support:
Supporting our VP’s on projects, processes and various business activities, including the planning of and preparing for (team) meetings, agenda’s etc
Performing work that is generally varied and project-oriented or administrative, with considerable coordination and follow-through
Handling of various types of administrative documentation
Where required support with calendar management and arranging and travel
Securing strong communication with other administrative support colleagues in our subsidiaries
The essential requirements of the job include:
MBO+ or bachelor degree (or equivalent experience) with 2-4 years of relevant work experience
Experience in an office management related work environment
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Dutch
5 days a week office presence is required
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
High attention to details with the ability to effectively review proposals, purchase orders, and related information
Good problem solving and analytical skills.
Self-motivated, confident, reliable and able to plan and follow up on outstanding issues
Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.
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