Clerk, Part-Time

ArcBest; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ArcBest, ABF Freight's parent company, seeks an administrative assistant to support department leadership with daily duties and reporting in Nashville. The role involves handling directives, assisting customers, and coordinating payroll and travel tasks.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years in an office setting, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with Microsoft Office and internal portals. Must adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in an office, clerical, or administrative position, logistics experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the LTL industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Distribute department directives and communicate them to the team.
• Direct and/or assist customers as needed.
• Serve as the department point of contact for internal teams.
• Compile weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports.
• Create and submit AFEs and invoices for payment; prepare check requests.
• Enter and submit payroll advices.
• Assist with travel arrangements, meeting itineraries, and equipment setup.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a high-pressure environment.
• Collaborate with team to achieve department goals.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Ability to work under pressure

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ABF intranet & reports portal

Winja and various applications

Job description

Job Description

Assist and support Department leadership in all administrative duties to allow the leadership to focus on customer service, management, and productivity issues.

Responsibilities

• Distribute department directives
• Direct and/or assist customers, as needed
• Serve as the department point of contact
• Compile weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports
• Create and submit AFEs and invoices for payment; create check requests and scan expense reports and other miscellaneous documents
• Enter and submit payroll advices
• Assist with travel arrangements, meeting itineraries, equipment setup, etc.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment
• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals
• Other duties and projects, as assigned

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma / GED

Experience

• 2 years experience in an office, clerical, or administrative position, and logistics experience, preferred
• Experience working in, and a knowledge of the LTL industry, preferred

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of ABF Freight's intranet, reports portal, Winja, and various applications

Additional Requirements

• Project management skills; excellent organizational skills
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle duties in a confidential manner
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications
• Must display sense of urgency, ability to work under pressure, with attention to detail; able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment

Other Details

Work Hours

• Generally Monday through Friday, evening, and daytime shifts. Must be willing to work evenings and on an as-needed basis.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.

About Us

ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.