Office Assistant

Kent Building Supplies; Saint Stephen; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Building Supplies is looking for an Office Assistant to support Office Managers in various administrative tasks, including payroll and inventory management. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, able to work independently, and have excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team passionate about customer service and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Team and result-oriented person's qualities.
• Ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge about customer service practices required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily administration of purchase orders, shipments, and inventory.
• Process payroll timecards and balance cash daily.
• Support Office Manager with administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Customer service best practices

Communication skills

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

Job Description

The Office Assistant has a flexible role that provides support to our Office Managers in administration related to expenses, payroll, receiving, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Use the latest ERP software system to specialize in the daily administration of purchase orders, shipments, inventory integrity, and exflow
• Communicate with vendors, head office accounting, and associates to ensure documents are processed in a timely manner
• Be the point of contact for uniforms and inquiries
• Daily cash balancing
• Creating reports and files as required
• Completing daily timecards for payroll and keying schedules
• Cover the Customer Service Desk’s breaks and/or lunches
• Perform administrative duties for the Office Manager as required
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
  
  

Qualifications

• Should be a team and result-oriented driven person
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency
• Ability to solve problems and work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Have knowledge about customer service best practices
• Microsoft Office skills
• Experience in a similar role is an asset
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing