Pro Desk Admins are associates helping our professional salespeople working on the Pro Desk. They partner with salespeople to fully support customer needs and assist with the administration of various sales processes. *Please note that this is a 1-year term position for a maternity leave*

• Provide administrative support to the Contractor Sales team

• Manage billing and invoicing

• Process purchase order for special order materials

• Receive and direct incoming calls in a friendly and professional manner

• Photocopy, fax and maintain central filing systems and administration files.

• Communicate with others involved in the process and letting a supervisor know when assistance is required to solve a problem

• Other administrative duties as assigned

• Experience with D365 and Microsoft Office is considered an asset

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

• Can work independently with high attention to detail and a sense of urgency

• Customer Service experience is considered an asset

• Experience in a similar role is an asset

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.