Administrative & Business Support Specialist

Porter's Industrial; Hinkle (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Porter's Industrial is seeking an Administrative Assistant / Business Support to assist the President, Director of Retail Sales & Service, and operations. The role covers administrative tasks, customer service, and basic delivery duties, with a focus on accurate records and responsive support.

The position requires organization, reliability, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in administrative, office, or business support roles preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain accurate spreadsheets and records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Director of Retail Sales & Service and management.
• Maintain and organize spreadsheets, reports, customer information, lists, records, and files.
• Enter, update, and verify information in company systems and spreadsheets.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, documents, forms, presentations, and other materials as requested.
• Assist with organizing meetings, appointments, schedules, and business information.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper records.
• Assist with gathering information and preparing reports for management.
• Handle confidential company, customer, employee, financial, and business information appropriately.
• Assist with special projects and time-sensitive assignments.
• Research information, contact vendors or businesses, and gather pricing or other information as requested.
• Assist with organizing company events, meetings, employee activities, and other business functions.
• Assist the Director of Retail Sales & Service with customer information, follow-up, correspondence, and account-related tasks.
• Prepare customer paperwork, proposals, forms, and other documentation.
• Maintain accurate customer and prospect information.
• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and business contacts.
• Assist with customer inquiries and direct questions or issues to the appropriate manager.
• Help coordinate customer requests, deliveries, and special orders.
• Prepare, organize, and deliver direct sales orders to customers.
• Verify orders for accuracy before delivery.
• Obtain signatures or other required documentation when necessary.
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers.
• Communicate customer concerns, requests, or opportunities to management.
• Assist with transporting samples, supplies, uniforms, paperwork, and other company materials.
• Run company errands, including bank, post office, supply, vendor, and other business-related trips.
• Pick up and deliver materials between company locations.
• Purchase or pick up supplies as authorized.
• Assist with organizing office supplies, sales materials, customer materials, and company documents.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as directed by management.
• Provide general support wherever needed to help maintain efficient daily business operations.

Skills

Administrative support

Excel

Word

Outlook

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Porter's Industrial is seeking an Administrative Assistant / Business Support to assist the President, Director of Retail Sales & Service, and operations. The role covers administrative tasks, customer service, and basic delivery duties, with a focus on accurate records and responsive support.

The position requires organization, reliability, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.