Receptionist

The receptionist provides a welcome to our customers either by phone or in person and communicates critical messages to the proper contacts and manages the voice mail system. The receptionist provides administrative support to project managers and must possess good judgment and communication skills to ensure that purchase orders are accurate and up to date. In addition to great organizational skills, the receptionist fosters and creates strong relationships with vendors and clients.   Essential Functions Receives and directs incoming calls and visitors; serves as location receptionist  Provides clerical assistance to all departments  Takes and relays messages Provides information to customers as required  Sends and receives faxes, disperses to all departments Data input or word processing functions as needed Support project managers with day to day tasks Ensure accuracy while entering purchase orders and reviewing acknowledgements Responsible for accurate and timely order acknowledgments and delivery dates from vendors Performs other related activities as necessary   Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Required  1-3 years of experience in a similar position  Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check including motor vehicle report   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  Excellent customer service skills Ability to multitask  Must be detail oriented and have strong critical thinking skills Understanding of basic computer functions  Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook At least 3 years of prior experience in A/R or purchasing   Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.    Work Environment  This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.   Qualification Requirements  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.