ReceptionistAdministrative Assistant | E.B. Horsman & Son Head office

Electrical & Automation Industry Careers; Surrey; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing electrical distribution company in Surrey, Canada, is seeking a Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to manage communications, greet visitors, and support office operations. This full-time position requires strong customer service skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to coordinate events. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a positive workplace environment.

Benefits

Birthday off

Health and dental benefits

Annual profit-sharing

Employee share ownership program

RRSP matching after 1 year

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a customer service environment.
• Ability to learn new software quickly.
• Proven ability to form strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Greet employees and guests at the Head Office.
• Manage office communications and activities.
• Support in coordinating industry events.

Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Proficiency in MS Office

Strong Verbal and Written Communication

Event Management Skills

Analytical Mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Who we are

We are strong nimble and growing! EB Horsman & Son is proud to be a fifth generation family owned successful Western Canadian electrical distributor with 20 locations throughout BC Alberta and Saskatchewan consistently recognized as one of Canadas Best-Managed companies. We take pride in living our core values and carrying out our mission statement of helping our communities thrive since 1900s. At E.B. Horsman & Son were committed to a workplace where everyone belongs. If youre qualified wed like to hear from you.

What we offer

• Birthday off
• Health dental and employee assistance program benefits
• Annual profit-sharing
• Employee share ownership program (ESOP)
• RRSP matching after 1 year of employment
• Access to EBH University for personal & professional growth

Onsite work location

Located atth Ave Surrey B.C. This is an on-site full-time Monday to Friday permanent position.

Why this role matters

As the first point of contact for employees customers and visitors the Receptionist / Administrative Assistant plays a vital role in shaping the companys image and ensuring a welcoming professional environment. Beyond greeting and assisting guests this role keeps daily operations running smoothly by managing communications coordinating office activities and supporting the Executive Office. By balancing front-of-house hospitality with behind-the-scenes administrative support the Receptionist / Administrative Assistant helps create a positive experience for everyone who interacts with our organization while enabling our leadership team to stay focused on strategic Receptionist / Administrative Assistant position reports to the Executive Assistant to the President / CEO Executive Office Manager.

What to expect in the role

• Customer Service Orientated. You will be the main point of contact at the Head Office to greet our employees and guests. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining professional positive customer relationships both internally and externally.
• Technically Savvy. Proficiency in MS Office including Excel for designing spreadsheets and analyzing data. Advanced Powerpoint skills for creating impactful presentations and Outlook for organizing and scheduling addition you have a high level of comfort utilizing internal communications systems.
• Collaborative Communication. Strong verbal and written communication is integral to this role. On behalf of the Executive Assistant you will help create engaging content including corporate projects and initiatives press releases research and other communications.
• Event Management. Provide support in coordinating industry sales and training events. Responsibilities include preparing event materials arranging catering and managing calendar and travel logistics.
• Highly Organized. Maintain the cleanliness of the front reception and mailroom areas while delivering a wide range of administrative support in collaboration with the manager and administrative team.
• Analytical Mindset. Support the manager by analyzing and interpreting reports identifying trends and preparing insights. This includes consolidating data from Excel and other internal systems to produce clear actionable findings.
• Values Teamwork. Work collaboratively with the Executive Assistant and across the EBH branch network. Building strong partnerships and fostering teamwork are essential to success in this role.
• Highly Driven & Motivated. With our continued growth you will be challenged in a fast-paced environment of competing priorities.

Ideal candidate profile

• High School Diploma
• 2 years of experience in a customer service environment
• Proficiency in MS Outlook phone system software and the ability to learn new software
• Proficiency with MS Office (Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and MS PowerPoint is an asset)
• Proven ability to form strategic partnerships build relationships and respect cultural diversity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Our Core Values : Celebrating the Past Empowering the Future

Teamwork & Collaboration Integrity Commitment Reliability Initiative Continuous Improvement

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those living in Canada with permanent work authorization will be considered. Please note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.