Jantzen Brands Corporation is a swimwear manufacturer of Jantzen and other swimwear brands. Jantzen is a 114-year-old brand selling to various retail channels. We offer an exciting and growth-oriented work environment, and our employees enjoy competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
Specific Responsibilities as Executive Assistant
- Greeting and assisting visitors
- Answer phone calls
- Prepare and send out packages for all departments as requested
- Prepare and send out samples to sales representatives.
- Print and send out line sheets
- Prepare for tradeshows (pack/unpack).
- Assist marketing team for tradeshow preparation
- Perform clerical tasks, light data entry, filing, copying, etc.
- Receive packages and mail and distribute accordingly.
- Coordinate and assist in preparation for meetings, office parties, birthday events.
- Assist in upkeep of Jantzen archive/ museum.
- Learn the history and able to give tour of Jantzen archive/ museum.
- Work and assist in other projects as needed.
Skills and Requirements
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- A self-motivated team player
- Maintains a sense of urgency to complete tasks effectively
- High level of organization and attention to detail
- Ability to be cross trained to support department needs
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Knowledge of apparel product and understanding of product features, fashion trends, and general industry, a plus
- Friendly, professional, respectful communication skills
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Understands and follows corporate processes, goals, initiatives and financial targets
Education and/or Experience
- 5+ years of similar experience is preferred
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite – Outlook, Excel, Word.
- Familiarity with different courier shipping portals.
- Able to communicate in Spanish, a plus.
- Experience in the garment industry is a plus.
- Positive attitude.
Benefits
Full Benefit options, including Medical (Health, Dental & Vision), Life Insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, etc.