Kitty Hawk Kites & Adventures · 1 day ago
Buying Department Administrative Assistant (Kill Devil Hills)
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKitty Hawk Kites & Adventures is looking for an entry level Buying Department Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support to the buying team. The role involves day-to-day administrative tasks, responding to vendor requests, and assisting with inventory management.
E-CommerceRetail
Responsibilities
Provide essential support to the buying team to ensure the function runs smoothly
Day to day administrative support. You will actively support the buying team, taking phone calls, responding to store communication and vendor requests
Support buyers with necessary information they need for their department
Input information regarding orders and inventory management accurately
Respond to supplier calls and store queries
Maintain all the address books for suppliers and vendors
To adapt to the needs of the buying team and respond to ad hoc requests relevant to the role
Assist with inventory processing and retail operations
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Provide essential support to the buying team to ensure the function runs smoothly
Day to day administrative support. You will actively support the buying team, taking phone calls, responding to store communication and vendor requests
Support buyers with necessary information they need for their department
Input information regarding orders and inventory management accurately
Respond to supplier calls and store queries
Maintain all the address books for suppliers and vendors
To adapt to the needs of the buying team and respond to ad hoc requests relevant to the role
Assist with inventory processing and retail operations
Mathematical and Analytical Skills
Demonstrates an interest in retail and shows an ability to comprehend figures
Self-starter and willingness to learn
Attention to detail and thorough follow-up
Can work independently or as part of a team
Good communication skills
PC Computer Skills, Microsoft Windows, Outlook and Excel Proficiency required
Capacity to learn new reporting and software quickly
Typing 50 wpm
The work environment for this position is generally an indoor controlled environment
May be requested to work overtime and weekends during the company's in-season time period
May be requested to drive company vehicle to other locations
One's time will be spent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as well as standing, walking, sitting, and reaching
Expect to lift up to 25 lbs
Some other physical demands come from continuous computer work, cash register work, sales floor work, events work, and mail order work
Preferred
Previous purchasing department experience helpful but not required
Company
Kitty Hawk Kites & Adventures
Kitty Hawk Kites 🪁 has been pioneering adventure and family fun in the Outer Banks since 1974, offering a unique blend of exhilarating recreational activities and a diverse range of quality retail products.
Founded in 1974
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase