About This Role
This role is a hybrid operational and administrative position within a manufacturing firm, requiring you to act as the right hand to the Purchasing Manager. You will be the bridge between the Addis Ababa office and the factory in Buie, handling procurement logistics, government liaison, and documentation. It suits a professional who thrives on coordinating supply chain tasks while also managing external communications with public sector offices.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The employer is looking for someone with 3–5 years of experience who can juggle procurement support and government relations without direct supervision. This implies a need for strong organizational skills, comfort with frequent travel to Buie, and the ability to navigate bureaucratic processes in Ethiopia. The ideal profile is a detail-oriented professional who has previously worked in manufacturing or industrial settings and understands the importance of timely document follow-ups.
How to Approach This Application
Highlight any prior experience in procurement, vendor management, or government permit processing, as these are core to the role. Emphasize your ability to coordinate across locations and your comfort with monthly travel to Buie. In your CV and cover letter, provide concrete examples of managing purchase orders or liaising with government offices, as these demonstrate the reliability the employer values.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a mid-career professional with proven experience in procurement support and government liaison, ideally within manufacturing. It is moderately competitive, as candidates with both office and field coordination skills are less common in the Ethiopian job market.
We are looking for a capable Business Assistant to support our purchasing manager and handle key business interactions. If you are organized, professional, and comfortable working between the office (A.A) and factory (Buie), we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Purchasing Manager in completing material procurement tasks, including vendor sourcing, order tracking, and delivery follow-ups.
- Engage in business communications with government departments as needed, including document submission and permit follow-ups.
- Prepare and maintain purchase orders, contracts, and procurement-related records.
- Coordinate between the main office in Addis and the factory (visit required 1–2 times per month) to ensure smooth information and material flow.
- Support basic data entry, report generation, and expense tracking related to purchasing activities.
- Help resolve minor operational issues between suppliers, the factory, and internal teams.
- Bachelor's degree in business management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Age: 25–35 years old.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- More than two years of experience in business-related matters.
- Basic Chinese proficiency is preferred.
- Willing to work primarily in Addis and travel to the factory Buie 1–2 times per month.
How To Apply
Apply on Ethiojobs website
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