Administrative Assistant

DSG is seeking an Administrative Assistant in our Plymouth, MN location. In this full time, hourly position, work is typically performed between the hours of 7am and 4pm, Monday through Friday, but may vary on occasion according to business needs. As an Administrative Assistant, you will support the branch by performing a wide variety of administrative duties. You must hold independent judgement, as well as be an adaptable and dependable individual. Attention to detail holds high importance.

At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we've delivered more than supplies, we've offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us.

A Typical Day in the Life of an Administrative Assistant:

• Balance cash drawer and prepare bank deposit daily

• Operate office equipment

• Keep office supplies stocked

• Create and maintain spreadsheets and databases as requested by the Branch Manager

• Coordinate for branch events (i.e. hotel booking, food/catering orders, etc.)

• Assist Branch Manager and Regional Operations Manager on other administrative and operational duties and special projects

• Manage Customer Returns

• Work with Manufacturing Rep. Agencies

• General Data entry

• Serve as the Safety Coordinator for the building/branch

• Review and maintain customer open orders to ensure needs are met

• Identify work procedures in a priority manner, prioritize workflow and communicate priorities effectively with associates

• Assist leadership as necessary regarding customer related and/or branch procedural issues that may need to be addressed

• All other duties as assigned

A Successful Administrative Assistant Typically Has:

• A high school diploma; preferred - college degree in related field.

• Willingness to learn our programs, processes, and procedures.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of general office work experience. preferred - 5 years of experience in distribution, the industry and/or a related field.

• A high level of analytical ability to integrate and interpret data from diverse sources and find solutions to human relations, technical, strategic, or administrative problems; must be able to analyze problems, propose reasonable solutions, make logical decisions, carry out decisions made and follow-up with feedback where and when appropriate.

• Interpersonal communication skills necessary to lead others and deal effectively with a diverse group of external customers and vendors, as well as internal contacts at all levels of the company.

• A high regard for confidentiality and discretion.

• Strong attention to detail, paired with the ability to multi-task.

• The ability to plan, analyze, prioritize, and organize work effectively and to perform under pressure and time deadlines.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

At DSG, We Offer Benefits Built for You:

• We are proudly 100% employee owned, which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• We are highly committed to your training and development, offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential.

• We offer competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential.

• You will receive generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances.

• Our comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision, also offers a multitude of other perks such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, among many others.

• You will have the opportunity to prepare for your future through multiple retirement savings opportunities, including a 401(k) with employer match and ESOP.

• You will receive a discount on all DSG-supplied products.

• We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.