Our client, a leader in Medical Device Research and Development, is seeking an Administrative Operations Specialist to join their team. As an Administrative Operations Specialist, you will be part of the Research & Development support team, assisting with essential administrative functions that enable innovative medical solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Administrative Operations Specialist **Location:** Plymouth, MN **Pay Range:** $28.5 **What's the Job?** + Process invoices from external vendors, ensuring accuracy and timely payments with proper authorization. + Manage vendor contracts across multiple geographies, collaborating with Ethics & Compliance and securing necessary approvals. + Resolve payment issues by working closely with Procurement to correct errors and streamline processes. + Receive, catalog, and respond to Change Control requests, prioritizing and tracking review requirements. + Support broader R&D functions by assisting with procurement of supplies and equipment as needed. **What's Needed?** + High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred. + Minimum of 3-5 years supporting technical or research teams, ideally within a Medical Device R&D environment. + Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams. + Proficiency in MS Office tools and ability to proactively identify and resolve process issues. + Experience working with vendor management, contract processing, and invoice handling is highly desirable. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to contribute to innovative medical research and development projects. + Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diversity. + Gain valuable experience supporting a dynamic research team. + Potential for contract extension or conversion based on performance and organizational needs. + Engage in meaningful work that impacts healthcare advancements. **Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.