Sr Administrative Support Spec

Senior Administrative Support Specialist

Company: Associated Food Stores Location: USA Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote after 90 days) Contract: Permanent Seniority: Mid-Level

About Us

Associated Food Stores is a long-standing organization with over 85 years of experience supporting grocery retailers across the Intermountain West. We are deeply committed to our team members, their families, and the communities we serve. We actively partner with local organizations through fundraising, donations, and event sponsorships.

Why Join the Team?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and valuable perks designed to support our team members:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), vacation, and sick leave for eligible team members. (Note: Some benefits have waiting periods.)
• Team Member Perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts, including 10% off groceries.
• Flexible Work Environment: Hybrid schedules are available for select positions, blending in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement is available to support your continued education.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Daily Pay Access: Access your earned wages more frequently.

About the Role

The Senior Administrative Support Specialist plays a crucial role in managing product information and supporting category management. You will be responsible for the detailed setup and data entry of assigned category product information, as well as managing various assignments from the category manager. This position requires strong organizational skills to manage workload, enter promotional details, update pricing, and handle product data and clerical tasks. A key aspect of this role involves building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal teams through effective communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the category manager, vendor partners, and internal team members.
• Accurately enter product, promotional, and pricing information into company systems.
• Communicate essential information effectively via phone, email, and in-person interactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on product information and promotional activities.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Regular on-site attendance is required to fulfill the responsibilities of this position.

Requirements

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent; additional education is a plus.
• Experience: 1+ year of data entry or retail store experience is preferred.
• Skills/Knowledge:
  • Strong customer service, accounting, and analytical skills.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven problem-solving and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in using spreadsheets and databases.
  • Strong keyboarding skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently.
• Work Schedule: Regular on-site attendance is required. This role offers a hybrid schedule after 90 days, with 3 days in the office and 2 remote days per week.

Physical Demands

• Work is performed in an office setting, involving exposure to computer screens, indoor lighting, and prolonged sitting.
• Regular on-site attendance is required.
• A personal vehicle may be needed for occasional travel to retail locations.