RECEPTIONIST

Desk Coverage: Afternoon (hours TBD)

OVERVIEW
ShipItEasy.Net is seeking an individual who can provide general office support and assistance to our People Operations team on a part-time basis. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, willingness to take initiative, and ability to work independently in a fast paced dog-friendly environment. The receptionist will be responsible for greeting guests, receiving/distributing mail, interacting with new hires, assisting with internal events and meeting setup, and various other duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Greet and interact with visitors in a professional and friendly manner
  • Coordinate appointments with vendors/contractors
  • Organize and maintain reception and lobby areas
  • Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail to appropriate parties
  • Organize swag and assemble anniversary gifts
  • Order inventory and stock office supply cabinets
  • Assist with internal events and meeting set-up (some night/weekend may be needed)
  • Ability to work independently and as a team
  • Out of office errands and additional tasks as necessary. Reliable transportation required.
SKILLS REQUIRED
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to utilize computers, tablets, mobile devices, and intercom
  • Proficiency in Outlook
  • Dependable
  • Team player, with strong collaboration skills
  • Customer/client focused
  • Attention to detail
  • Takes initiative and has the ability to stay productive without supervision
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is a largely sedentary role requiring consistent presence in the front lobby; however, some minimal physical labor is expected. This would require the ability to bend or stand, lift/ transport parcels short distances, climb stairs, and lift up to 30 pounds without assistance.

COMPANY OVERVIEW
ShipItEasy.Net is the world’s first and largest shipping marketplace, making it quicker, easier, and more affordable to ship large or bulky items. Consumers and businesses can compare and book bids from hundreds of thousands of customer-reviewed transportation service providers, ranging from independent owner-operators to the largest freight carriers and brokers.  From cars to cranes and furniture to freight, our straightforward and transparent platform helps people, businesses, e-commerce sellers, and multinational logistics companies ship with greater speed and efficiency.  Customers save money and service providers make money using their empty cargo space – everyone wins!

INCLUSIVITY IS KEY!
We welcome diversity in all its forms, and believe we’re better collaborators, strategizers, and thinkers because of it. We show pride in our community by giving back and working with local charities. ShipItEasy.Net is an equal opportunity employer. We are inspired to find candidates who embody our Core Values. ShipItEasy.Net prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, parental status, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Part Time
Job Location: New York City NY

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