Receptionist/Clerical

Riverhead Building Supply; Wainscott (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/life balance

Company-hosted family events

Professional development

Superior benefits including 401K, Med/Dent/Rx

Job summary

Riverhead Building Supply is seeking a detail-oriented team member for administrative and operational support in Wainscott, NY. Responsibilities include managing customer orders, assisting sales staff, and performing bookkeeping tasks. A strong emphasis on customer service and proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.

The ideal candidate will be organized, dependable, and willing to learn. This position offers competitive pay range of $20.00 - $24.00, based on experience, along with superior benefits and opportunities for career growth.

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.
• Provide administrative support to management.

Skills

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Reliable and eager to learn

Strong customer service skills

Bookkeeping experience

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Experience with ERP System

Job description

Key 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 record‑keeping duties
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely processing of transactions
• Maintain organized records and support daily branch operations

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• 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, Ancillary benefits, Flex Spending, discounts & more
• The opportunity to grow your career and move up the ladder

Salary

Expected salary range $20.00 - $24.00. Compensation will be based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Work Schedule

Weekend availability required.

Location

Long Island, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.