Operations Assistant in Rapid City, South Dakota at A&B Business Inc

One of Cask & Cork's focus points is our culture. We have sponsored events and activities throughout the community, catered, celebration lunches, bonus opportunities, departmental retreats, anniversary and birthday recognition. We offer flexibility and paid time off to allow our team a work/life balance. Training and continued development are part of the job at Cask & Cork. Come join our team with a great environment of being family owned.

The role of the Operations Assistant will be to air the VP of Cask & Cork in pricing, purchasing, database maintenance and customer upkeep.  This is predominantly a remote work position with in-person work as a backup to the Warehouse Manager when OoO. Typical hours are M-F, 8 AM to 2 or 3 PM.

Major Goals and Responsibilities:

The following job responsibilities are intended to reflect the major responsibilities of the job, but do not describe the minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Incumbent will be required to satisfactorily perform all essential functions of the job.

• Prepare, maintain and submit monthly and quarterly price and item submissions to national grocery chains.
• Track and monitor vintage rollovers, price and liaise with salesforce on sell outs.
• Weekly purchasing to maintain adequate inventory and stock in all locations.
• Track and monitor closeouts, price and send to sales team.
• Supplier data reporting to national platforms.
• Supplier data request processing
• Maintain and improve Cask & Cork inventory system

• Set up new suppliers and new items and collaborate with the VP on pricing.
• Track, record and compile results from incentive programs.
• Maintain and prepare statewide price grids and product books.
• Set up new and existing suppliers with VIP reporting.
• Be a secondary point of contact for the sales team
• Periodically fill in on site in the Rapid City warehouse if/when a team member is away
  

Skills/Abilities:

• Strict attention to detail, organization, and professionalism
• Personable, honest, and trustworthy
• Excellent time management: ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, energetic, and hardworking
• Flexible in daily schedule and able to manage multiple interruptions
• Basic Microsoft Office programs, Excel is a must
• Ability to effectively communicate with individuals of all education and professional backgrounds

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Strong Computer skills especially with Excel.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s of Business Administration desired but not required
• Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis

• Clean driving record
• Ability to climb stairs and other physical requirements during deliveries

Compensation: $20 / hour, 20-28 hours weekly

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid Holidays
• Community Involvement and paid Volunteer Time Off (40 hours per year!)
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive training