Administrative Assistant at New England Innovation Center LLC – Plano, Texas

Do you love interior design? Do you pour over the pages of the latest trend magazine and wish you could be working in that industry? Do friends and family ever ask you for decorating advice? Do you have an eye for color and fashion?

At Bassett, you can turn that talent into a career. Now might be the time for you to consider a career with Bassett Home Furnishings as a Design Consultant.

What you need: A flair for design, an outgoing personality, a polished image, and an ability to close the deal!

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated people who enjoy the relationship selling environment. We offer you the opportunity to provide unique and exciting decorating solutions to our customers.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to our management team and ensuring smooth office operations. This position requires a proactive individual who can handle a variety of tasks, ranging from managing schedules and correspondence to assisting with project coordination and data entry. You will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, necessitating a professional demeanor and strong communication skills. As an Administrative Assistant, you will be expected to maintain office supplies, handle phone communications, and assist in preparing reports and presentations. Your contributions will be essential in helping our team operate more efficiently and effectively, allowing us to focus on our core business objectives. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing to team success. If you take pride in your organizational abilities and possess a passion for facilitating smooth office functions, we encourage you to apply and join our efforts to deliver exceptional services to our clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain executive schedules, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents as needed.
• Serve as the first point of contact for internal and external communications, addressing inquiries professionally.
• Organize and maintain files and records, both electronic and paper, ensuring easy access to important information.
• Assist with project coordination by tracking deadlines, deliverables, and progress towards team objectives.
• Perform data entry tasks and maintain databases to ensure accuracy and timeliness of information.
• Monitor office supplies and inventory, placing orders when necessary to maintain adequate stock levels.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and office management software.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• High school diploma required; further education or certification in office administration is a plus.

Benefits

· Paid training

· Health/Dental/Vision coverage

· Disability

· Life Insurance

· 401(k) plan

· Tuition assistance

· Paid time off

· Generous Employee Discounts

· Work in a State-of-the Art Showroom

· Opportunity for growth and advancement

What sets Bassett apart?

Bassett's blend of style, comfort and value has been trusted for more than a century (since 1902!) and makes it one of the most recognizable furniture brands in America. We've taken our craftsmanship and built a reputation of quality custom furniture. We are passionate about developing fashionable and innovative furnishings at a great value, as well as offering a number of exceptional services to meet customers' needs. We are proud of our long-standing heritage but, at the same time, squarely focused on innovating furniture retailing in the next 100 years.

Take steps now towards building a meaningful career with a growing company. Apply to join the design team at Bassett today!

Bassett Furniture is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veterans status or other protected category. Bassett is dedicated to ensuring that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated consistently during employment, without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veterans status or other protected category.

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The pay range for this role is:
19.90 - 31.90 USD per hour(Remote (Round Rock, Texas, US))
18.70 - 34.60 USD per hour(Remote (Plano, Texas, US))