Administrative Assistant

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

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This role is in support of Cencora's veterinary and livestock production solutions marketed through our MWI Animal Health business. MWI Animal Health is a leading brand of Cencora, offering animal health services globally.

Shift: Full-Time | Day Shift | Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm.

Pay: $23-25/hour based on experience

Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment screening tests, which may include drug screening and background check when permitted by state or local laws.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform general administrative tasks, including handling mail, typing, filing, and answering phones.
• Establish and maintain office files; schedule appointments and arrange meeting rooms as needed.
• Compile information from multiple sources and use it to generate reports.
• Audit and maintain department-specific reports by identifying errors, inconsistencies, or discrepancies; make corrections and notify appropriate personnel.
• Ensure department schedules and calendars are accurate and up to date.
• Update and maintain business information in computer systems and department files.
• Assist with scheduled and unscheduled departmental projects as needed.
• Draft and type correspondence and presentations for internal and external distribution.
• Process personnel and/or payroll information for assigned pay groups or department associates, as applicable.
• Interact with interdepartmental associates and management to resolve workload issues.
• Provide backup support for other administrative staff, including managing multi-line phone systems, greeting visitors, and performing receptionist duties.
• Handle incoming and outgoing calls and respond to inquiries in a professional manner.
• Support department managers in preparing for meetings.
• Maintain positive and professional working relationships with associates and management.
• Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, safety rules, and regulations.
• Assist with light mailroom duties, including routing mail, supporting project mailings, reviewing deliveries, maintaining inventory, and distributing printed materials, as needed.
• Assist with light facilities setup and cleanup for office spaces, workstations, and meeting rooms, as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Drives for Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Functional Knowledge
• Instills Trust
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Manages Ambiguity
• Plans and Aligns

Experience and Educational Requirements

• Broad training in fields such as business administration, accounting, sales, marketing, computer science, or related disciplines, typically obtained through completion of a two-year Associate’s degree program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (1) or more years of directly related experience is normally required.

Minimum Skills, Knowledge, and Ability Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to represent a positive and professional image.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to implement processes that support effective and compliant audit practices.

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.

To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit

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Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore,…