Retail Administrative Assistant — Proactive, Organized Support

Sherman's Inc.; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

supplemental Insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Employee discount

401(k) + matching

Job summary

Sherman’s is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Peru, IL for a full-time in-person role. The candidate will support store operations, greet guests, manage internet inquiries, and maintain accurate records while juggling multiple priorities in a busy retail environment.

Ideal candidates are highly organized with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience using Microsoft Office and Excel. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and 401(k) eligibility.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Administrative experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Keep the store running smoothly: balance daily deposits, generate reports, assist with store goals, and help ensure day-to-day operations stay organized.
• Welcome every guest: be one of the first faces customers see, creating a friendly, professional first impression.
• Support the sales team: manage internet sales inquiries, prepare information, answer questions, and help remove obstacles so the team can focus on serving customers.
• Own the details: order supplies, maintain accurate records, and follow through to ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
• Communicate constantly: work with customers, sales professionals, managers, and other departments to keep everyone informed and projects moving forward.
• Adapt throughout the day: priorities change; shift gears while staying organized and maintaining accuracy

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Sherman’s is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Peru, IL for a full-time in-person role. The candidate will support store operations, greet guests, manage internet inquiries, and maintain accurate records while juggling multiple priorities in a busy retail environment.

Ideal candidates are highly organized with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience using Microsoft Office and Excel. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and 401(k) eligibility.