Jeffery’s Greenhouses, Inc. Plant 1
Seasonal Opportunity, 4 Month Contract
Jeffery’s Greenhouses Inc., a grower and wholesale distributor of bedding plants, with locations in both St. Catharines and Jordan Station, is now hiring for our 1036 Lakeshore Rd W., St. Catharines ON location. With an ASAP start date in April, we are actively looking for a Sales & Administrative Assistant to assist with the spring season.
Please note the following;
- This opportunity is well-suited for a co-op student in business or administrative fields. Some initial flexibility may be provided for co-op students or soon-to-be graduates, allowing for part-time hours until exams are concluded. However, it is also open to recent graduates or experienced professionals seeking short-term employment.
- Full-time availability is required for this termed contract position.
- Applicants who offer the ability to work in either location are welcomed, noting that the Jordan Station location is not on a bus route.
The preferred candidate should possess strong attention to detail and proficient computer skills, especially in Excel, internal database management, and Microsoft Outlook. This individual will be responsible for meticulously managing numerical data to ensure accuracy and deliver outstanding customer service. Additionally, the role entails fostering positive relationships with customers and colleagues while fulfilling administrative tasks for the sales team.
Responsibilities;
- Recording daily weather for planning orders.
- Organize and process daily customer orders.
- Ensuring correct product data is current for order entry.
- Perform all aspects of customer service including communication with customers, service team & internal production departments.
- Coordinate deliveries with shipping department.
- Booking delivery appointments with customer locations.
- Printing shipping labels/UPC’s, invoicing and filing.
- Assist Sales Team with other projects such as create/write future orders, special event planning and keeping a photo library for advertising.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities;
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, internal database systems, and Microsoft Outlook.
- Strong understanding of data management principles and ability to maintain accuracy in numerical data.
- Exceptional attention to detail, with a keen eye for identifying errors and inconsistencies.
- Ability to efficiently navigate and utilize various computer applications and systems.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with team members and relay information accurately.
- Capacity to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of productivity.
- Experience in analyzing data and generating reports is a plus.
- Must be able to work weekends and be flexible with hours during peak season (Apr/May). Some flexibility is available for qualified candidates finishing up their education.
- Experience in the greenhouse industry is an asset.
Jeffery’s is an equal opportunity employer. If selected for an interview, please advise if you require accommodation during the interview and selection process.
Jeffery’s offers a negotiable hourly wage pending experience and skill set being offered. The schedule will be Mon-Friday (an average of 40 hours/week) with increased hours (weekends and holidays) being required during peak season (the month of May).
We seek an exceptional candidate who is deeply committed to delivering top-notch service to our customers. If you thrive on hard work, excel in precision and efficiency in data management, and possess outstanding administrative skills that contribute to customer satisfaction, we invite you to submit your resume, along with a cover letter and references, to Human Resources via email info@jefferysgreenhouses.com. Position is open until filled.