Administrative Assistant

Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity in the wholesale distribution industry in Bakersfield, California. This role is centered around administrative assistance, with a focus on maintaining and updating customer accounts and assisting with the coordination and management of various tasks and projects. Responsibilities: Creation and regular updating of planograms. Modification and distribution of internal and external reports for sales teams, vendors, and customers. Assisting with the management and tracking of customer sales, rebates, and profitability. Preparation and editing of spreadsheets on Excel. Scheduling and coordination of meetings, events, and special projects. Assisting in the preparation of presentations, reports, and communications. Answering phones, collecting information from customers, and directing calls. Monitoring and coordinating schedules. Typing various letters, reports, and forms. Organizing documents, sending out mail and packages, filing, and processing received mail. Maintaining all account and pricing information. Collaborating with sales to analyze profit margins and mark ups. Implementing promotions to the appropriate customers and groups. Partnering with sales managers and customers to implement retail prices. Skills required: Answering Inbound Calls Customer Service Data Entry Email Correspondence Inbound Outbound Calls Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Schedule Appointments Requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Experience in answering inbound and outbound calls Strong customer service skills Ability to perform data entry tasks with accuracy Excellent email correspondence skills Experience in scheduling appointments Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry Ability to multitask and prioritize work Strong verbal and written communication skills Detail-oriented and organized Ability to work independently and in a team environment Strong problem-solving skills High level of professionalism and discretion. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .