Advertising Innovative Marketing (AIM) Administrative Assistant

Associated Wholesale Grocers•Springfield, MO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the Divisional AIM Specialist. This role assists in formatting, assembly, proofing, billing and execution of department ad programs. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Requirements

Extremely strong attention to detail and follow up skills.
Exceptional communication skills, including proactive listening skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Minimum of high school diploma.
Proficient in Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.
Strong computer literacy.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

Bills vendors and credits retailers for bill backs and scans.
Plans, creates and finalizes weekly ad planner information (using Aptaris ad planning software) to help retailers plan their weekly ad with low-cost items to increase sales.
Provides ad group members with information in a timely manner.
Prepares and provides event deal information.
Maintains retailer ad group file; sends out pertinent information to retailers between planners.
Assists with proof ad PDF files, maintains ad fund, and conducts vendor research.
Charges customer ad fees for print, distribution, etc.
Bills vendor ad fees for ad items.
Coordinates new item launch process.
Conducts validation reporting.
Responds to ad hoc requests as needed.