Office Operations Clerk

Company Overview:

Martin’s Nursery is a wholesale plant nursery located on Snow Road in Semmes. We take pride in the quality of plants we grow and work hard to maintain a high standard. We are a family-owned, family-managed business and are committed to treating those that work alongside us as part of that family.

Position Summary:

The Office Operations Clerk has wide-ranging responsibilities that involve many aspects of our business. An appropriate candidate for this position will be a highly motivated individual who is able to work independently in a conscientious and efficient manner; Communicate with customers, service providers, colleagues, and fellow employees in a kind, professional, and customer-service oriented manner.

Essential Functions:

• Open the office every weekday morning and prepare for conducting business
• Communicate effectively with customers and other business entities via phone, email, text and fax
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all office supplies and create a monthly needs list.
• Place orders for supplies, materials, and equipment
• Filing
• Receive and process orders from customers
• Update and send out weekly plant availability
• Maintain up-to-date contact information records on all customers
• Handle all general bookkeeping of the business including but not limited to invoicing and accounts receivable; accounts payable; managing payroll and payroll taxes, generating reports and financial statements.
• Become familiar with and be able to operate all computer systems and programs used in the business
• Serve as resource person for information needed by Management
• Handle a wide variety of other tasks as needed

Software To Be Used:

• Microsoft Office
• Sage Accounting
• Label Printing Packages

Skills and Capabilities Required:

• Effective verbal / written communication skills and phone etiquette
• Good Keyboarding Skills
• Basic Numerical Skills
• Effective time management skills
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work alone in office setting
• Attention to detail
• Multitasker
• Exhibit discretion and confidentiality
• Team Player
• Trustworthy

What We Offer:

• Schedule: We offer 40 hours per week, 7am to 4pm, Monday-Friday
• Financial Compensation: Competitive pay of $45,000/year
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical and dental insurance, is available and can be negotiated as part of the compensation package.
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including seven holidays. Two weeks’ vacation is available after an initial six-month training period.

Job Requirements/Prerequisites

• Associate degree and/or Equivalent Experience in the office field
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office software
• Proficient use in accounting software, Sage being preferred, but not required

How To Apply:

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume to apply@martinsnursery.com. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Martin’s Nursery, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Martin’s Nursery, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Martin’s Nursery, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. Martin’s Nursery, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Martin’s Nursery is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Martin’s Nursery, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities at any time as the need arises with or without notice. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Martin’s Nursery, Inc. is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Semmes, AL 36575 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person