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Office Administrator - 2nd Shift

Forward Air Corp., Kansas City, MO, United States


Office Administrator - 2nd Shift
Compensation
$17.25

Schedule
Sunday - Thursday 3pm - 11pm

Job Description
The Office Administrator position will play an integral role in the organizational strength of our company. The Office Administrator will provide administrative support to all managers. These responsibilities may include clerical duties, filing, answering phone calls, responding to emails, assisting in driver training, and onboarding documents for inexperienced drivers. Qualified candidates will have a strong ability to multi-task and a friendly demeanor.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

Analyze and organize office operations and procedures such as information management, filing systems, supply requisitions, and other driver services

Oversee office staff functions, including office supply levels, equipment maintenance, procedures manuals, forms, and direct cross training of staff

Maximize office productivity through proficient use of appropriate software applications

Establish uniform correspondence procedures and style practices

Create and maintain filing system for warehouse records, such as scheduling information, consignee records, shipping/receiving records, and customer files

Maintain contact with customers, ensuring a prominent level of customer satisfaction

Complete other duties as requested and ability to work some extended hours to include nights and weekends, as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Strong customer service skills with focus on performance recognition

Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, but able to recognize and support the customer's preferences and priorities

Proficiency in planning written and verbal communications

Strong technical skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel 2007, web-based applications, etc.)

Excellent interpersonal skills both written and oral

Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple objectives in a fast-paced environment while delivering quality outcomes

Experience working in a transportation office environment a plus

Make decisions and/or final recommendations which affect multiple departments

Skills

Ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic

Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experience with AS400 operating systems is a plus

Transportation industry knowledge and experience is a plus

Equal Employment Opportunity
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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