Receptionist/Clerical

Riverhead Building Supply Corp; Locust Valley (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverhead Building Supply Corp. is hiring a Receptionist/Clerical to support operations in Locust Valley and Mineola. The role requires strong organization, excellent communication, and reliable service to customers while handling administrative tasks.

Key duties include answering calls, assisting sales staff, processing orders and POs, and providing general support to management. Weekend availability is needed, with benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Weekend availability is required.
• Industry experience is a plus.
• Experience with an ERP System is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming phone calls and take accurate messages.
• Assist sales staff with filing and administrative tasks.
• Check and communicate the status of customer orders.
• Make change and support counter sales transactions.
• Support sales transactions and credit approval processes.
• Provide administrative and operational support to management.
• Receive and process all special-order hardware.
• Bill out and receive inventory transfers.
• Set up and process Return to Vendor (RTV) transactions.
• Receive and verify purchase orders (POs).
• Perform hands-on bookkeeping and recordkeeping duties.
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely processing of transactions.
• Maintain organized records and support daily branch operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reliability

Customer service

Industry experience

Weekend availability

Bookkeeping experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

Responsibilities

Receptionist/Clerical

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Start your day in Locust Valley and finish in Mineola. This position offers the opportunity to support and collaborate with both locations.
• Answer incoming phone calls and take accurate messages
• Assist sales staff with filing and administrative tasks
• Check and communicate the status of customer orders
• Make change and support counter sales transactions
• Support sales transactions and credit approval processes
• Provide administrative and operational support to management
• Receive and process all special-order hardware
• Bill out and receive inventory transfers
• Set up and process Return to Vendor (RTV) transactions
• Receive and verify purchase orders (POs)
• Perform hands-on bookkeeping and recordkeeping duties
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely processing of transactions
• Maintain organized records and support daily branch operations

Qualifications

Receptionist/Clerical

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable, dependable, and eager to learn
• Bookkeeping experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong customer service skills
• Industry experience is a plus
• Weekend availability required
• Experience with an ERP System a plus

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Overview

Receptionist/Clerical

We are a Large Corporate Industry Leader in Building Supplies Employing over 800 Friendly People on Long Island, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

For compliance purposes for NYS transparency, the expected salary range is $20.00 - $24.00. Compensation will be based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Receptionist/Clerical - Great opportunity for candidates with excellent customer service and organizational skills.

At RBS, you will have:

• Amazing people to work with that help you succeed.
• Work/life balance with a culture of kindness and respect.
• Company-hosted family events.
• Rewarding careers with supportive management.
• Participation in philanthropic activities in the community.
• Professional Development | On-site & virtual training
• Stability from our long history of success and growth.
• Superior benefits including 401K, Med/Dent/Rx, LTD, Life, Ancillarybenefits, Flex Spending, discounts & more
• The opportunity to grow your career and move up the ladder!

Core Values

We are committed to a culture that reflects our values. All team members are expected to model these in every interaction:

• Championing Customer Needs – Prioritize customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• Acting with Honesty and Integrity – Do the right thing, always.
• Following Policies and Procedures – Ensure compliance and consistency.
• Working Safely – Promote a safe and healthy work environment.
• Teamwork – Collaborate, support, and treat others with respect

Riverhead Building Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer that respects the worth and dignity of all employees.

EOE, including but not limited to disability and veteran status.

For more information, call: 631.591.8100

Receptionist/Clerical