Job Posting
Qualifications
Education : Requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience : Prefer previous experience in a sales, customer service, office administration, production or warehouse environment. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.
Requirements
- Effective knowledge of general accounting principles
- Able to consistently apply business office and operations policies and procedures
- Able to develop and apply knowledge of SSC products, services, and business systems
- Able to communicate with customers and counterparts in a friendly, professional, and confident manner
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally
- Operational knowledge of office equipment and tools including but not limited to fax machine, copier, printer, calculator, telephone system, spreadsheets, forms and point-of-sale system
- Computer literacy skills to effectively utilize the business systems and software including MS Office
- Able to perform mathematical calculations with accuracy
- Able to exercise discretion when working with sensitive and confidential information
- Able to complete paperwork, reports, and other documentation in a legible, organized, and timely manner
- Effective organizational skills and attention to detail
- Able to prioritize and complete work within established deadlines
- Able to maintain a high level of professionalism
- Able to work in a fast paced team environment
- Able to work extended hours to meet business demands
- Able to speak, read, write the English language in a proficient manner
- Valid driver's license may be required
Work Environment
Primarily performs essential job functions in an office environment. Occasionally performs essential job functions in a warehouse environment subject to seasonal temperatures and humidity.
May be exposed to hazards including :
Merchandise, supplies and tools with sharp edges or containing hazardous materialsDust, odors, fumes and hazardous chemicals associated with sales and storage of dry and liquid fertilizers, crop protectants and other agricultural productsMoving mechanical parts and vehicles, vibrations and electric currentDrafts, temperature changes and wet floorsNoise levels where hearing protection is optional per PPE PlanSchedule requirements will vary based on location. Extended hours and / or alternate work schedules may be required. Ability to report to work on time and in adverse weather conditions is required.
Physical Activities & Requirements
Continuously balance; manual dexterity (fingers and hands) to manipulate, grasp, and handle, including repetitive motion; utilize eye / hand coordination.Frequently sit, stand, walk, turn and twist head / neck and back / waist.Occasionally bend, climb, crouch, kneel, stoop, stack; reach with arms and hands; stand and walk on concrete when in the warehouse. Pull, push, lift, carry 10-35 pounds unassisted. Pull, push, lift, carry 35-50 pounds, may be assisted.Southern States Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.