Administrative Services Specialist

Job Description

Position Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator to support our Engineering organization. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day administrative operations, coordinate procurement activities, support travel and logistics, maintain documentation, and help ensure the smooth execution of operational processes.
This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with Engineering, Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, Facilities, and external suppliers. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a dynamic technology environment and takes pride in helping technical teams operate efficiently.
 

Key Responsibilities
Procurement and Order Management

• Create and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Coordinate supplier quotations and vendor communications.
• Support vendor onboarding activities and related documentation.
• Track hardware, software, development boards, laboratory equipment, and prototype orders.
• Follow up on approvals, deliveries, invoices, and payment status.
• Maintain procurement records and documentation.
• Coordinate shipment tracking and logistics activities.

Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to engineering managers and team members.
• Manage departmental documentation, records, and filing systems.
• Maintain distribution lists, organizational records, and team documentation.
• Coordinate internal approval workflows and signature processes.
• Support onboarding activities for new employees and contractors.
• Assist with equipment requests, workspace setup, and access coordination.
• Prepare reports, trackers, and administrative summaries as needed.

Vendor and Facility Coordination

• Act as the primary administrative interface with suppliers and service providers.
• Coordinate office and laboratory operational requirements.
• Assist with inventory tracking of engineering assets and development equipment.
• Support facility-related requests and maintenance coordination.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities for engineering materials and samples.

Team Operations

• Organize team meetings, workshops, training sessions, and visitor logistics.
• Coordinate meeting rooms, catering, and event arrangements.
• Support team-building activities and employee engagement events.
• Assist with departmental communications and announcements.
• Support execution of operational processes and internal compliance requirements.

Travel and Expense Support

• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Support visa requests, invitation letters, and travel documentation.
• Assist employees with expense submissions and reimbursement tracking.
• Maintain travel approval records and documentation.
   

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Management, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in administrative support, operations, procurement, or coordination roles.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience with purchase orders, invoice tracking, and procurement processes.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting engineering, semiconductor, electronics, or technology organizations.
• Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or other enterprise procurement systems.
• Experience coordinating international shipments and logistics.
• Experience working with global teams and stakeholders.
• Basic understanding of procurement and finance processes.

Key Competencies

✓ Organization and planning ✓ Attention to detail ✓ Process discipline ✓ Communication skills ✓ Customer service orientation ✓ Ownership and accountability ✓ Teamwork and collaboration ✓ Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Success Measures

• Timely processing of purchase requisitions and orders.
• Accurate tracking of invoices, shipments, and procurement activities.
• Efficient support of travel and administrative requests.
• High-quality documentation and record management.
• Reduced administrative burden on engineering staff, enabling engineers to focus on customer and technical activities.

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.