Junior Associate – Administration

We are based in the heart of the Silicon Valley and combine ideas from the epicenter of tech innovation with Sri Lankan engineering brilliance.

Our cutting edge end-to-end restaurant technology platform is distributed nationwide in the US via our parent company Sysco Corporation (NYSE:SYY): the world’s largest food services company.  As Sysco’s key technology partner, we also provide the technical innovation necessary for Sysco to stay on the leading edge; the Sysco Innovation center at Sysco LABS undertakes the most significant technology initiatives with the aim of retaining Sysco’s competitive edge in the food-tech industry.

We are currently on the lookout for a Junior Associate – Administration (on a fixed term contract of 9 months’ duration) to join our team.

What you will be responsible for:

• Coordination of administration tasks across facilities.
• Liaise with government agencies, vendors, suppliers, embassies, industry bodies and other third parties to expedite timely completion of tasks and initiatives.
• Assist in office refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Assist in the implementation and ongoing maintenance of infrastructure, utilities and related external and internal systems.
• Contribute with new ideas that will enhance the office environment in partnership with other internal stakeholders.
• Assist the marketing team in event management.
• Proper documentation and filing of all related activities.
• Assist in providing a high quality of service to all stakeholders.

What you need to have to apply for this position:

• Any previous administration experience is preferable.
• Be highly organized with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to establish priorities and have excellent time management skills.
• Degree/Diploma from a recognized local or foreign university is an added advantage.
• Potentially, a good cultural fit across all Sysco LABS departments.

Why you should join Sysco LABS:

• A very attractive base compensation and benefits package which is comfortably above market rates.
• The opportunity to work with high caliber individuals across the organization.
• Training and career development programs.
• Fast career growth, recognition and leadership opportunities for good performers.
• A flexible, diverse, entrepreneurial work environment with a fun work culture that celebrates success.