Description

We are providing a contract to permanent employment opportunity for an Administrative Assistant / Order Entry Specialist in Darien, Illinois. In this role, you will be managing various administrative tasks to support our team and ensuring smooth operations in our office.

Responsibilities:

• Manage digital and physical filing systems, ensuring they are maintained and up-to-date.

• Enter and process customer orders accurately and promptly, verifying all details including product, quantity, and pricing.

• Handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and phone calls.

• Prepare various types of documents as needed, such as reports, invoices, and purchase orders.

• Schedule meetings and appointments, as well as maintaining team calendars.

• Oversee office supplies and place orders when necessary to ensure the office is well-equipped.

• Assist with coordinating travel arrangements and events.

• Perform additional administrative tasks as assigned by the team.

The salary range for this position is $25/hr to $30/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Requirements • Proven experience in answering inbound calls professionally and promptly.

• Strong customer service skills with a customer-first mindset.

• Proficiency in data entry with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

• Ability to manage email correspondence effectively and in a timely manner.

• Experience in handling both inbound and outbound calls.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and report generation.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook for managing emails, schedules, and contacts.

• Proficiency in creating presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Ability to create, edit, and format documents in Microsoft Word.

• Experience in scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings.

• Knowledge of QuickBooks for managing financial tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking.

• Familiarity with e-Filing systems for efficient document management.

• Proven experience in order entry, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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