Business Administration Assistant (Chemicals Trading Division)
Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd. · Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- On site
- Full-time
- A$70,000 / year
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Job highlights
- Support Chemicals Trading Division with admin tasks.
- Handle contracts, customer inquiries, and documentation.
- Requires 3-5 years trading coordination experience.
- Join a company fostering growth and community.
- Competitive salary and benefits offered.
About the role
Business Administration Assistant - Chemicals Trading Division
Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd. (MCA) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Administration Assistant to join our Chemicals Trading Division, based in our Melbourne Head Office. This is a permanent, full-time position, with a fixed-term option available.
Role Overview
This role involves business coordination and providing administrative support to the Chemicals Division. Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with contract administration and trading activities.
- Handling customer inquiries and commercial coordination.
- Preparing documentation for the trading business.
About You
We are looking for a proactive individual with 3-5 years of experience in business coordination and documentation within trading, importing, or exporting. You should possess:
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with a keen eye for detail.
- Strong collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
- Tertiary qualification or part qualification in International Trade or a relevant business discipline is preferred.
- Completion of a Business Administration or import/export course is advantageous.
- 3-5 years of experience in business support, trading assistance, or logistics coordination (chemical, trading, or industrial sectors preferred).
- Solid commercial understanding of international trade transactions.
- Working knowledge of Incoterms and shipping documentation.
- Experience with trade-related banking transactions (letters of credit, TT payments).
- Familiarity with coordinating logistics vendors and freight forwarding.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); SAP or ERP experience is a plus.
Benefits
Join Mitsui and enjoy a supportive, community-driven culture focused on employee development and social engagement. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary with performance incentives.
- Annual corporate health & wellbeing program.
- Supportive and flexible working environment.
- Monthly social events and team activities.
- Opportunities to engage in sustainability and community initiatives.
- Access to the Female Leadership Program and Employee Referral Program.
How To Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant strengths. Please note, only Australian and New Zealand citizens are eligible for this role. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Key skills/competency
- Business Administration Assistant
- Chemicals Trading
- Contract Administration
- Trading Activities
- Customer Inquiries
- Commercial Coordination
- Documentation
- International Trade
- Import/Export
- Logistics Coordination
Skills & topics
- Business Administration Assistant
- Chemicals Trading
- Trading Assistant
- Import Export
- Logistics Coordination
- Contract Administration
- Documentation
- International Trade
- Melbourne Jobs
- Office Administration
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 3-5 years of business coordination and trading experience.
- Craft a cover letter: Emphasize strengths relevant to chemicals trading administration.
- Demonstrate skills: Showcase proficiency in Microsoft Office and international trade knowledge.
- Eligibility: Ensure you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen.
Technical preparation
Master Microsoft Office Suite skills.,Understand Incoterms and shipping documents.,Familiarize with trade banking transactions.,Review SAP or ERP system basics.
Behavioral questions
Describe handling competing priorities efficiently.,How do you ensure accuracy in documentation?,Share an example of stakeholder collaboration.,How do you manage customer inquiries effectively?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the eligibility criteria for the Business Administration Assistant role at Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd.?
- To be eligible for the Business Administration Assistant position at Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd., you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen. Applications from visa holders or those requiring sponsorship cannot be considered.
- What is the primary focus of the Chemicals Trading Division at Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd.?
- The Chemicals Trading Division at Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd. focuses on contract administration, trading activities, and handling customer inquiries within the chemical sector, requiring strong commercial coordination and documentation support.
- What kind of experience is required for the Business Administration Assistant role?
- The role requires 3-5 years of experience in business coordination and documentation, preferably within trading, importing, exporting, or logistics roles, particularly in the chemical or industrial sectors.
- What software proficiency is expected for this Business Administration Assistant position?
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) is essential. Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is considered an advantage for this role.
- What are the benefits of working at Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd. as a Business Administration Assistant?
- Employees at Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd. benefit from a competitive salary with incentives, health and wellbeing programs, professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment, and various social and community engagement activities.
- How should I apply for the Business Administration Assistant job in Melbourne?
- To apply for the Business Administration Assistant job in Melbourne, submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your applicable strengths through the company's application portal.