Company Description
At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.
Job Description
We are seeking a Business Support Assistant - CPR to temporarily join our team. This might be an entry-level position with a 3-6 month contract, but the view is fantastic! In this role, you will provide key operational and administrative support to a variety of departments and gain an inside view of how a multimillion-dollar company functions day-to-day. The position requires strong administrative skills, a customer-service orientation and the ability to learn on your feet. Applicants should have proven proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook. The ideal candidate also possesses excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
A day on the job looks like this:
- Transferring data information from an old system (NET docs) to a new system (Levelpath)
- Tracking the progress of a category
- Participating in work across multiple categories to ensure best procurement practices to internal stakeholders
- Recording and distributing minutes or other records for meetings
- Performing other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 0–1 years of experience in Procurement a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing
- Ability to work independently
Additional Information
And here’s our end of the bargain!
- Hourly: $19-$23 with an annual bonus of up to 10%
- Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
- Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
- Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
- On-site preschool for our employees’ children
- On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
- Generous employee discount
- Casual dress…and we really mean it
At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.
We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.
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