Receptionist/Clerical

Major coproration located in Central New Jersey is looking for a receptionist/ administrative assistant. The main function of the position is to provide reception, administrative and customer service support. 

Primary functions can include:

• Performs general administrative duties including typing, copying and filing correspondences, memos, letters, etc. 
• Organizes, prioritizes and sorts large volumes of incoming correspondences, including faxes and email. 
• Trace and track customer freight, prepare rates, provide quotes, take pick-up requests, route and book freight as needed.
• Notify customers of any delays in shipping and dispatching points.
• Designs, organizes and maintains specialized and custom forms, records, reports and files.
• Works independently and in team settings on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects.
• The position will have a diversified workload. The Administrative will serve to aid the Vice President of the Company in a fast-paced office environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills
• Able to effectively manage time and prioritize projects in order to meet established deadlines
• Demonstrate basic computer knowledge through effective use of a personal computer including Microsoft Office applications
• Able to learn company specific applications
• Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers, clients and other external contacts
• Able to work in fast-paced, team environment with multiple, sometimes changing priorities
• Advanced working knowledge and application of Microsoft Office applications
• Must be flexible, think strategically, behave pro-actively and be able to take direction well.
• Must have outstanding problem solving and communication skills. Must be willing and able to resolve driver and customer concerns. Must be self-motivated, decisive and detail oriented. The ideal candidate will be comfortable, professional and effective with high call volume/ open office environment.