Administrative Associate - Oakville, Canada - Cuisivin

Cuisivin

Verified Company

Oakville, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

We are a national distributor of fine wine accessories and tabletop products.

Our portfolio comprises of several award winning products including:
fine European crystalware, distinctive wine and kitchen accessories, cookware, wine cellar cabinets and much more.

We are seeking an energetic, self-motivated and people-oriented individual to join our team.

As an administrative and sales associate you will perform a variety of administrative/clerical tasks to ensure efficient day-to-day operation of the office and support other staff members as required.

As a sales associate, you will identify and develop opportunities for our unique award winning products to retailers and other B2B channels.

Responsibilities:

Daily reception duties including: answer general phone inquiries in a professional and courteous manner; direct phone inquiries to appropriate staff members and reply to general information requests
Oversee daily operations of invoicing and shipping orders
Utilize Quickbooks to enter customer orders, invoice orders for packing, complete documentation requirements for shipping
Utilize webbased platforms to ship goods with carriers (eg. Canpar, UPS, Fedex)
Diligently review all paperwork and orders to ensure they are free of errors
Organize and file customer and vendor paperwork and electronic documents
Work independently in a fast paced environment and have a strong ability to manage timelines, set priorities and complete work in an efficient manner.
Ability to handle/destroy confidential material discreetly and appropriately.
Create reports as required
Engage with existing customers and follow up regarding their needs and upsell products
Source and develop client relationships through cold calling, phone and facetoface product sales
Sell consultatively and make product recommendations to prospects and clients on the benefits of product lines
Provide after sale customer service, troubleshoot and provide any necessary ongoing support
Support other staff members as required
Excellent proficiency in Quickbooks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong oral and written communication skills essential
Have excellent customer service, time management and interpersonal skills
Outgoing, result oriented and energetic personality
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
Detailed oriented with a commitment to both accuracy and quality
Excellent presentation and listening skills with positive and energetic phone presence
Ability to work both independently and in a team
Attention to detail and problem solving skills
Postsecondary education with at least 2 years experience in administrative duties and/or sales
Knowledge of wine and food pairing an asset
Knowledge of social networking an asset
Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat an asset
Knowledge and experience in using various graphics designing software an asset
Knowledge in Photography/videography an asset
Bilingual (English/French) an asset

This is a full time permanent position in Oakville, paying competitive salary. You must have a valid driving license and your own reliable transportation.

Please respond to this advertisement with your resume and references.

We thank all applicants but only those we wish to interview will be contacted.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
From $19.00 per hour

Schedule: