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Office Administrator Department:
Pool West - IAHLocation:
Humble, TXSTART YOUR APPLICATIONCompany Overview:Forward Air Solutions (FAS), a division of Forward Air Inc., provides our customers with a customized consolidation and delivery process that controls costs and more effectively replenishes their network of stores in both major cities and more remote communities across the US. Our primary focus is on advancing the Pool Distribution concept to more customers, more industries and more places. We are dedicated to providing a unique and consistently reliable distribution network for the industries we serve, including; retail, hospitality, healthcare, and publishing.As an industry leader, we are dedicated to finding and developing the best people. We want individuals who share our core values and demonstrate a true passion for what we do. Forward Air offers excellent compensation and benefits packages to our employees, as well as tremendous growth opportunities for top performers.Position: Office AdministratorJob Description:The Office administrator position will play an integral role in the organizational strength of our company. The Office Administrator will provide administrative support to all managers. These responsibilities may include: clerical duties, filing, answering phone calls, responding to emails, assist in driver training and onboarding documents for new drivers. Qualified candidates will have a strong ability to multi-task and a friendly demeanor. Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Analyze and organize office operations and procedures such as information management, filing systems, supply requisitions, and other driver services
Oversee office staff functions, including office supply levels, equipment maintenance, procedures manuals, forms, and direct cross training of staff
Maximize office productivity through proficient use of appropriate software applications
Establish uniform correspondence procedures and style practices
Create and maintain filing system for warehouse records, such as scheduling information, consignee records, shipping/receiving records and customer files
Maintain contact with customers, ensuring high level of customer satisfaction
Complete other duties as requested and ability to work some extended hours to include nights and weekends, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Strong customer service skills with focus on performance recognition
Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, but able to recognize and support the customer's preferences and priorities
Proficiency in planning written and verbal communications
Strong technical skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel 2007, web based applications, etc.)
Excellent interpersonal skills both written and oral
Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple objectives in a fast-paced environment while delivering quality outcomes
Experience working in a transportation office environment a plus
Make decisions and or final recommendations which affect multiple departments
Intermodal transportation exposure is a plus
Skills:
Ideal candidate will possess a -can do- attitude with a -will do- work ethic
Must have the ability to work in a fast paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience with AS400 operating systems is a plus
Transportation industry knowledge and experience is a plus
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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