Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work. Meet with individuals, special interest groups, and others on behalf of executives, committees, and boards of directors. Review operating practices and procedures to determine whether improvements can be made in areas such as workflow, reporting procedures, or expenditures. Develop cost reduction strategies and savings plans. Maintain records of goods ordered and received. Represent
companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers. Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.