Office Administrator I General Admin

Builders FirstSource • Anchorage, AK

16h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on working puzzles and solving mysteries. It calls for a naturally curious and detail-oriented individual who enjoys analyzing data, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring accuracy. The role combines analytical work with hands-on tasks and customer interaction, offering variety and challenge every day.
What You’ll Do
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies through data analysis, paperwork review, and physical audits.
Maintain accurate inventory levels by monitoring stock, reviewing system reports, and making necessary adjustments.
Receive purchase orders to include accurate freight
Collaborate with sales, operations, inventory control, and accounts payable to resolve system or invoice issues and coordinate corrective actions with vendors.
Assist customers with payments and assist with customer service counter.
Process returns of defective merchandise and ensure timely vendor credits.
Work Environment
This role offers a mix of responsibilities and settings:
Desk & Computer Work: Reviewing reports, entering data, and investigating discrepancies.
Yard & Warehouse: Physically auditing inventory and moving products in all seasons, including Alaska winters.
Customer Service Counter: Assisting customers with payments and product questions.
Be prepared for both indoor and outdoor work in changing conditions.
What We’re Looking For
A curious individual with strong attention to detail and a passion for accuracy.
Ability to work independently under limited supervision while being a collaborative team member.
Comfortable interacting with customers and contributing to a small, supportive team environment.
High School diploma or GED required; experience in inventory, purchasing, or related fields is a plus.
Able to walk the yard multiple times a day and be able to lift 25 lbs. regularly.
Why You’ll Love It Here
A small office feel with the backing and benefits of a national leader in building materials.
A role that’s never repetitive, every day brings a new challenge.
Opportunities to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.

Requirements

• A curious individual with strong attention to detail and a passion for accuracy.
• Ability to work independently under limited supervision while being a collaborative team member.
• Comfortable interacting with customers and contributing to a small, supportive team environment.
• High School diploma or GED required
• Able to walk the yard multiple times a day and be able to lift 25 lbs. regularly.

Nice To Haves

• experience in inventory, purchasing, or related fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies through data analysis, paperwork review, and physical audits.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels by monitoring stock, reviewing system reports, and making necessary adjustments.
• Receive purchase orders to include accurate freight
• Collaborate with sales, operations, inventory control, and accounts payable to resolve system or invoice issues and coordinate corrective actions with vendors.
• Assist customers with payments and assist with customer service counter.
• Process returns of defective merchandise and ensure timely vendor credits.

Benefits

• At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED