Administrative Assistant I

Administrative Assistant Our client, a leading company in the food distribution industry, is seeking an administrative assistant to provide administrative and clerical support at their Northwood, OH facility. This role is essential to daily office operations, supporting vendor communication, correspondence, scheduling, and records management. Contract duration: ongoing contract assignment. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1 hour unpaid lunch), 40 hours/week. Location: Northwood, OH (on-site). Travel: none required. Key responsibilities: Respond to and manage email correspondence in a professional and timely manner Serve as a point of contact for vendors and internal stakeholders Maintain and organize electronic and paper filing systems Schedule meetings and manage calendars Process incoming mail and distribute correspondence Answer and direct telephone calls Prepare and format business documents Required qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Project Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience with business document creation and formatting Excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously Preferred qualifications: Prior experience in an administrative or clerical support role Experience working in a fast-paced office environment Strong attention to detail and professionalism in vendor and stakeholder communication About the role: This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic office environment supporting essential administrative functions. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a proactive, professional approach to daily tasks. Competitive rate offered. Hire Talent