Administrative Assistant

Description

We are looking for a motivated Administrative Assistant to join an organization in New Jersey in a long-term contract position. This onsite role is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping office operations organized, supporting order and purchasing activities, and working closely with fulfillment and shipping functions.

The right candidate will bring strong administrative skills, confidence with office software, and a desire to grow within the company.

Responsibilities:

- Manage day-to-day administrative support for office operations, ensuring records, communications, and documentation remain accurate and organized.

- Respond to incoming calls and direct inquiries appropriately while providing timely assistance to internal and external contacts.

- Process order-related information by entering data into company systems and maintaining up-to-date account and transaction records.

- Prepare and distribute operational reports to support tracking, planning, and decision-making across the team.

- Assist with purchase order entry and monitor vendor-related information to help maintain smooth supply and fulfillment workflows.

- Coordinate shipping paperwork and related documentation to support accurate and timely outbound deliveries.

- Provide receptionist-style support for visitors, calls, and general office needs while maintaining a welcoming front-office presence.

- Partner with operations staff on administrative tasks tied to departmental changes and evolving business needs.

Requirements - Previous experience in an administrative, office support, or receptionist position.

- Strong ability to handle data entry work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

- Comfortable managing inbound phone calls and communicating professionally with customers, vendors, and colleagues.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and overall confidence using business software and office systems.

- Ability to support order processing, purchasing documentation, and general operational coordination.

- Well-organized work style with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

- Interest in building a long-term career and growing within a manufacturing organization. Talent Match®

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  for more information.

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