Columbia Distributing

Admin Assistant - Warehouse (Router) - Anchorage

Columbia Distributing  •  Anchorage, AK (Onsite)  •  20 hours ago
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Job Description

The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to our warehouse and or delivery departments. The incumbent is also required to perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Regular attendance and reliability are a priority.

Primary Responsibilities

  • The associate is responsible for the functions below, in addition to other duties as assigned:
    • Assist Operations Leaders with various administrative tasks.
    • Coordinate scheduling of inbound and outbound vendor shipments to ensure workflow accuracy.
    • Maintain and report accurate data on scheduling, inbound documentation, supplier pickups, supplier returns and Receiving compliance using MS Office and WMS software.
    • Maintain accurate inbound and outbound information.
    • Interact with vendors and Supply Chain Leaders to update or change the workflow in the distribution center.
    • Maintain administration files and filing system, ensuring that are filed in a neat orderly, and accurate manner.
    • Help maintain the ordering of office supplies when needed.
    • Interact with various corporate departments to assist with individual service needs, including but not limited to inbound customer service, compliance, and supply requests.
    • Assist in coordinating special events and meetings to secure locations and food within discretion.
    • Perform essential office functions such as answering telephone calls, emails, filing, faxing, copying, ordering office supplies, and preparing correspondence.
    • All duties described in this document will be performed in keeping with the core values and service attributes consistent with Columbia Distributing.
    • Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned.

Key Competencies

  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Effective organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers
  • High attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

People Management

None

Work Environment

This job operates indoors.

Physical Demands

  • Lift, carry, push, pull up to 75lbs
  • Frequent standing and walking
  • Use of arms/wrists/hands/grasp throughout entire shift
  • Climb/twist/bend/stoop/crouch/sit

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typically working hours are Monday -- Friday, between 8am and 5pm.

Travel

Local travel only

Required Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Minimum of 18 years of age

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Minimum two (2) years experience in an office and retail environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor

Pay Range


DOE

Benefits


Columbia Distributing offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 24/7 virtual care, paid vacation, sick and holiday time, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Additional offerings inclu

AAP/EEO Statement

Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please contact the Human Resources Dept. at (425)251-9300 or email recruiting@coldist.com if you have questions regarding reasonable accommodations.

Columbia Distributing

About Columbia Distributing

Columbia Distributing is one of the nation’s finest beer, cider, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage distributors since 1935. With our primary hubs are located in Kent, WA and Canby, OR, we distribute some of the best known brands in the beverage business. Today Columbia Distributing employs nearly 3,000 people and covers more than 135,000 square miles across Oregon and Washington.

We were named “2015 Beer Wholesaler of the Year” by the leading beverage business trends magazine Market Watch. Columbia Distributing has also been named the winner of Beverage Wholesaler Magazine’s "Best Workforce Development Award" for 2025.

Our success is based on the deep-rooted tradition of delivering quality products, timely service and a genuine concern for customers’ needs. This is achieved by providing ongoing, sustainable opportunities and growth for our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders and communities. This national recognition is a powerful reflection of the effort we’re putting into developing our people, investing in leadership growth, and building a culture of continuous improvement. It’s also validation that what we’re doing internally is being noticed and celebrated across our industry.

For more information on Columbia Distributing and career opportunities, please visit www.coldist.com.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Wilsonville, Oregon
Year Founded
1935
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