Administrative Assistant

Purpose: The administrative assistant would perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks from the front desk. The duties of the Administrative Assistant include providing support to our customers, managers and staff, and assisting with Marketing and Human Resources needs. The ideal candidate should have excellent oral and written communication, attention to detail and bring a positive attitude with them every day. Responsibilities: Administrative Responsible for answering the phone and assisting customers as needed. Take orders over the phone or in-person and schedule deliveries. Use the Point of Sale registers to ring customers up and assist them as they wrap up their shopping experience. Plan, manage and organize contractor series of trainings. Including securing location and food and managing attendees. Input data entry as required. Assist Office Manager and/or Human Resources Manager with any projects as needed. Any other duties as required. Work directly on the sales floor and registers, throughout the store, assisting customers. Process all store transactions according to established procedures including returns and transfers. Having or learning a strong knowledge base of our products and services to best help customers. Assist with carryout and cart retrieval when needed. Answer customer calls as needed. Provide accurate, timely and friendly service to both Applewood Customers and potential customers. Maintain store appearance with general cleaning, caring for plants, dusting, pricing, stocking, and displaying merchandise. Maintain a positive attitude when working with customers and coworkers. Knowledge/Skills/Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of administrative experience required. HS diploma or equivalent required. Proficient in the use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, QuickBooks. Ability to effectively handle and prioritize multiple tasks, frequent interruptions and detail with accuracy in a fast-paced work environment. Proven ability to work independently with sound judgement, show strong initiative and be results oriented. High energy level. Demonstrate ability to follow through on work direction. Strong work ethic – willing to learn new things on a daily basis. Past register experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Applewood Nursery