June 14, 2018
Customer Support / Administrative Assistant
The New England Alpaca Fiber Pool (NEAFP), located in Fall River, MA – is the largest alpaca fiber processor in the United States. As an agricultural service provider with a focus on natural fiber based U.S. textiles, we are looking to add a dynamic member to our team to help us grow and serve our alpaca farm customer base across the country. This position is for a Customer Support / Administrative Assistant whose primary role will be to provide great customer support while assisting in the day to day business activities associated with receiving, processing, and shipping orders.
To succeed at this position, the right candidate is someone who has:
Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal
Strong attention to Detail while Multitasking
Takes pride and ownership in their work
Carries themselves in a professional, positive manner
Feels comfortable with computer technology in general
Responsibilities will include:
Providing Customer Support across: Phone, Chat, Email, & Social Media
Taking Orders over the Phone/In Person, Entering into Online System
Order Processing, Picking, & Shipping
Generating content and managing engagement on Social Media
General Data Entry & other Administrative Tasks
Scheduling Appointments, Giving Tours
Skills Required:
Excellent Verbal & Written Communication Skills whether it’s over the phone, in person, through email, or online chat/social media.
Proficient in Computer & Online Technology + Social Media (Email, Web, Spreadsheets, Word Processing etc.)
Quick Learner, Can Do Positive Attitude, with strong Problem Solving Skills
Self Starter, Attention to Detail, Organized, & Ability to Multitask
Problem Solver, Satisfaction from helping customers
Professional, reliable, dependable
College Degree preferred but not required
Bonus Skills (Will Train right Candidate): Customer Support, E-Commerce, Order Processing & Fulfillment, managing Business Social Media, Photography, Blogging/Writing, General Interest in Agriculture and/or Textile Industry
Compensation: $14 to $16 per hour to start. Rate is based on education, previous experience, and the ability to perform a variety of responsibilities. Benefits include Vacation/Sick Pay & Health Insurance available after introductory employment period.
Schedule: 40 hours per week – Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm. Part Time/Mother’s Hours may be available to the right candidate.
How to apply: Please fill out our JOB application form and include a brief write up on why you think you would succeed at this position with NEAFP.
NEAFP | New England Alpaca Fiber Pool Inc.
U.S. Grown, U.S. Made Since 1997
