Executive Shipping Administrative Assistant
- Source: Indeed
- ALKAVIDA
- $49,920 to $52,000 /yr
- On-site
- Valencia
- Full-Time
- Mid level
Job Description
Executive Shipping Administrative Assistant
Location: Valencia, CA (In-Office)
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM PST
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Overview:
This is a high-variety, multi-functional role for someone who thrives on wearing many hats. The Shipping Administrative Assistant provides direct daily support to both the Office Manager and Vice President, serving as a key operational link between shipping, invoicing, and customer-facing communication. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable switching between tasks throughout the day, and confident communicating in both English and Spanish.
Key Responsibilities:
Shipping & Logistics
- Coordinate and process outbound and inbound shipments via UPS, FedEx, and USPS
- Generate shipping labels, manifests, and tracking documentation; monitor shipments through to delivery
- Compare carrier rates and service options to select the most cost-effective shipping method
- Troubleshoot shipping delays, lost packages, damaged freight, and carrier claims
- Maintain accurate shipping logs and records for audit and reporting purposes
Invoicing & Administrative Support
- Prepare, process, and reconcile invoices using Microsoft GP and QuickBooks
- Match shipping documentation to invoices and purchase orders; resolve discrepancies promptly
- Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for shipping, billing, and correspondence
- Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, reports, and internal documents
- Order and track office and shipping supplies
Executive & Office Support
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to both the Office Manager and the Vice President, balancing competing priorities and deadlines
- Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate travel arrangements as needed
- Prepare materials for meetings and assist with special projects as assigned by either supervisor
- Act as backup support across office functions — this role wears many hats with no exceptions
Customer Service
- Serve as a point of contact for customer shipping inquiries, order status, and billing questions
- Communicate professionally with customers and vendors in both English and Spanish, verbally and in writing
- Resolve customer concerns promptly or escalate appropriately to ensure timely follow-up
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in shipping/logistics, invoicing, or administrative support
- Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
- Hands-on working knowledge of Microsoft GP (Great Plains)
- Hands-on working knowledge of QuickBooks
- Practical experience with UPS, FedEx, and USPS shipping platforms
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication in both required languages
- Comfortable taking directions from two supervisors and adapting to shifting priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- High level of discretion, reliability, and professionalism
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Experience:
- Warm calling: 3 years (Required)
- Appointment scheduling: 3 years (Required)
- QuickBooks: 1 year (Required)
- Appointment software: 1 year (Preferred)
- Call center: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Valencia, CA 91355 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Skills
- ups
- fedex
- usps
- Quickbooks
- microsoft-outlook
- microsoft-excel
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