Administrative Assistant Merchandising

Pay Range

USD $18.25 - USD $21.30 /Hr.

Overview

About Bi-Mart Corporation

We''ve been a part of the Northwest for over 70 years. Bi-Mart stores are convenient, easy to shop and offer real values every day on name brand products. Whether it''s the everyday shopping list, a home improvement project, automotive maintenance or outfitting for the great outdoors, you''ll find it and more at your local Bi-Mart.

We''re part of the neighborhood, and we''ve served generations of Northwest families with honest values that your family can count on. We also have a long history of giving back to the communities we serve by supporting charitable organizations and worthy causes. Our goal has always been to create more value for our members in our stores and in their communities.

Why work for Bi-Mart?

Employee-owned

Growing company

Great work-life balance

Community involvement

Great work environment

We love our customers!

About the Merchandising Team

The merchandising team is responsible for proactively assessing and managing all product selection, pricing, advertising, promotion and merchandising for the Company.

About the Position

We are looking for a reliable Administrative Assistant for the Harware department who will undertake a broad set of administrative and clerical tasks such as providing support to our buyers assisting in daily office needs and managing our company''s general administrative activities particularly answering phones and providing information to stores preparing reports and maintaining appropriate filing systems. This position is responsible for gathering and analyzing information to assist Buyer in item selection, pricing and advertising, and processing incoming mail. May make recommendations regarding product selection and pricing based on the information analyzed. Participates in vendor meetings and may interact directly with vendors on behalf of the Buyer. You will have to ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day operation of our office.

You should have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to organize their work using tools like MS Excel and office equipment. It is also required to have previous experience as an administrative assistant or Executive administrative assistant and familiarity within our industry.

Responsibilities

Administrative Assistant responsibilities are:

• Manage phone calls and correspondence (including email memos letters faxes and forms)
• Attend meetings and take detailed minutes
• Participate in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
• Organize contact lists and filing systems
• Meet and support venders
• Help clients and company representatives contact each other
• Assist stores with product questions and problems
• Prepare and submit reports
• Arrange events appointments and travels

You should apply today if:

• You enjoy meeting and chatting with people
• You enjoy being a part of a team working towards a common goal of customer satisfaction
• You share community-based ideals
• You are interested in pursuing internal growth within the company

Qualifications: (Include, but not limited to):

• High school diploma or GED
• An excellent record for performance and attendance.
• Ability to set priorities and organize workload.
• Ability to produce results under pressure and within deadlines.
• Strong initiative with accuracy, follow up, and commitment a must.
• Professional, positive demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use proper telephone etiquette and provide excellent internal customer service.
• Proficiency on 10 key and other office machines (copier, fax, etc.).

Experience:

Administrative Assistant and 1+ years of retail experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Schedule:

• As an employee-owned company, Bi-Mart corporate office is open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
• Hours may vary depending on workload and assignment

Benefits For All Employees Include:

Personal Time Off (depending on length of service and hours compensated: 2 - 4 weeks annually)

On-Demand Payment Option

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Employee Purchase Discount

7 Paid Holidays Annually

Paid Bereavement & Jury Duty Leave

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Benefits For Full-Time Employees Also Include:

Health/Prescription/Vision/Dental Insurance

Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Assistance

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance

Short-Term Disability

All Employee benefits will meet or exceed requirements set forth by state and federal laws.

Pay:

Bi-weekly

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Bi-Mart. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.