Automotive Office Assistant - Plymouth, Michigan, United States

Job Description

AUTOMOTIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT

Are you interested in joining a growing business that is committed to family, promotes employees from within, is passionate about protecting the environment, has an inspiring company culture, and is actively involved with the community and local charities? If so, this opportunity might be for you!

THE POSITION: The Administrative Assistant supports the General Managers.

The Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
• Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
• Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection)
• 401(k) and Employer Match
• Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Must be dependable, friendly, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
• Office Experience.
• General Telephone Skills.
• Typing.
• Documentation Skills.
• Verbal Communication.
• Written Communication.
• Reynolds and Reynolds preferred but not mandatory – will train.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to follow-through.
• Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Work requires organized continual attention to detail and accuracy in composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.
• One to three years related experience and/or training.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Schedule and organize complex activities such as meetings, travel, and department activities for all members of the Senior
• Management Team.
• Create and develop visual presentations for the GM.
• Organize and prioritize large volumes of information and call.
• Sort and distribute mail. Open mail for the GM and determine level of priority.
• Answer phone for GM. Takes message or field/answer all routine and non-routine questions.
• Assist the President in the management of his schedule.
• Handle confidential and non-routine information
• Work independently and within a team on special and nonrecurring and ongoing projects. Act as a project manager for
• special projects, at the request of the GM, which may include planning and coordinating multiple presentations,
• disseminating information and organizing company-wide events.
• Type and design general correspondences, memos, charts, tables, graphs, business plans, etc.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
  
  

The Company

Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 54 retail franchises, 9 collision centers and 34 Michigan retail locations. The group employs nearly 2,500 individuals. It’s the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities. The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout southeast Michigan. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise … to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer’s specific needs. LaFontaine represents the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen. The LaFontaine Family Deal; it’s not just what you get, it’s how you feel. Visit www.familydeal.com for additional details.

Our Mission: To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience.

Our Core Values: Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Passion.

LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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