Join Our Team at Northern Platforms!
At Northern Platforms, we're proud to be more than just a provider of high-quality equipment. Since 2002, we’ve been a leader in the safe access equipment industry, offering loading racks, loading arms, all backed by outstanding customer service. We're now looking for a Administrative Assistant to join our growing team!
Position Overview:
We're searching for a detail-oriented and organized Administrative Assistant to support our office operations. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in ensuring everything runs smoothly by providing exceptional administrative assistance. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office software and experience with QuickBooks. Possessing a sincere dedication to providing exceptional customer service.
Hours of work for this role are, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, perfect for someone re-entering the workforce or a busy parent seeking a position that fits within school hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Office Manager with daily tasks and support as needed.
- Manage outgoing shipments using carriers like UPS, FedEx, and local delivery services. Prepare packing slips for orders. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Answer phone calls and provide top-notch customer service.
- Maintain the office filing system, ensuring correspondence is filed properly.
- Create purchase orders through QuickBooks.
- Use MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) to complete various tasks.
- Request freight quotes based on shipment weight, dimensions, and commercial value. Provide estimates to the sales team.
- Coordinate freight pick-up and delivery to customer sites.
- Unload shipments, inspect for damage, and verify accuracy (checking quantities and part numbers against purchase orders and packing lists).
- Follow up with customers as requested by outside sales representatives.
- Support the sales team by forwarding emails, drawings, and documents.
- Assist the inside sales team with quoting processes.
- Operate a forklift or be willing to be trained.
Qualifications:
- Previous administrative experience is preferred.
- Previous experience with freight and organizing shipments is an asset.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Proficiency in QuickBooks is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Friendly demeanor and exceptional customer service skills.
If you’re a motivated individual looking to grow your administrative skills in a dynamic, team-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Why Northern Platforms?
- We offer a positive work-life balance and a unique, supportive company culture.
- Our employees are our greatest asset, and we value their contributions.
- We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you available for work Monday to Friday 9am -2pm?
- Do you have experience organizing shipments and if so please elaborate on your experience.
Experience:
- Administrative: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Location:
- Leduc, AB (preferred)
Work Location: In person