Sun Gro Horticulture ยท 2 weeks ago
Purchasing / Administrative Assistant
Hubbard, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelSun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide. The Purchasing / Administrative Assistant provides daily purchasing and administrative support, including creating purchase orders, maintaining records, and communicating with suppliers to ensure efficient operations.
Farming
Responsibilities
Create and process purchase orders for raw materials, MRO supplies, and services
Review MRP/forecast reports to identify upcoming material needs and communicate potential shortages
Maintain accurate item data, pricing, vendor records, and reorder points in Microsoft Business Central
Update and monitor spreadsheets tracking open orders, inventory, deliveries, and costs
Communicate with suppliers regarding order updates, confirmations, and documentation
Collect vendor quotes and perform basic price and delivery comparisons using Excel
Assist with collecting and organizing supplier onboarding documentation
Match invoices, packing slips, and purchase orders; identify discrepancies and assist with resolution
Track invoice issues, missing documents, or outstanding approvals
Maintain organized purchasing files and documentation for audits or internal reviews
Coordinate with operations and receiving teams to verify deliveries and update system records
Report basic quality or quantity issues to the purchasing team
Provide purchasing documentation as needed for Safety, Quality, or Operations
Perform data entry, filing, scanning, and document management
Prepare Excel-based reports such as open PO lists, vendor logs, delivery schedules, or cost comparisons
Provide administrative support to purchasing, operations, and site leadership
Qualification
Required
Strong Excel skills (basic formulas, sorting/filtering; pivot tables preferred)
Ability to organize, clean, and maintain datasets
Analytical skills to review inventory levels, compare supplier quotes, and identify data inconsistencies
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow direction and carry out specific instructions
Fluent in verbal and written English
Ability to learn ERP/MRP systems, especially Microsoft Business Central
Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative
Ability to work effectively with suppliers, operations, and internal teams
Professional, dependable, and able to maintain confidentiality
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer-based work
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds for handling office files or materials
Preferred
pivot tables preferred
Benefits
Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Spending Account
Employee Support and Mental Wellness
Short term disability
401k Match
Paid vacation
Floating days
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Engagement Events
Awards and Recognition
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Perks & Discounts
Company
Sun Gro Horticulture
About Us Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide.
Founded in 1929
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beyounghan Yoon
CEO
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