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ADMINISTRATIVE LEAD – MATERNITY LEAVE COVERAGE

Full-Time, 18-Months | Abbotsford, BC

THE ROLE:

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Hours: Full-Time, Maternity Leave Coverage

Reporting to: Managing Partner / BC Veterinarian

On behalf of our client, Poultry Health Services Ltd., we are seeking an Administrative Lead who is committed to providing excellent customer service to both internal and external partners and clients.  Poultry Health Services Ltd. consists of a team of dedicated professionals who love what they do while providing industry-leading veterinary and health management services for the commercial poultry industry.  Using scientific and evidence-based medicine, they strive to improve bird health, welfare and quality for their clients across Canada.

The ideal candidate for this role is experienced in inventory management for agriculture or veterinary based industries, possesses proven skills in building strong relationships with suppliers and in working directly with farmers to provide exceptional customer service. Additionally, the ideal candidate would also be open to technical on farm or laboratory experience as it relates to taking samples as directed by the veterinarian. With this flexibility, there could then be an opportunity for this role to become a permanent field staff role.

This role is ideal for someone who can own their role and is interested in the opportunity to help shape the future of the company. The successful candidate will work well with others and will be committed to learning and helping to achieve organizational outcomes. This position would appeal to a professional who is engaging, communicates effectively, loves learning, and takes initiative to support others. The successful candidate will embody the company values of innovation, collaboration, respect, honesty, and trust.

To learn more about the company and their story, please visit their website at Poultry Health Services – Integrated Poultry Management

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

  • Competitive salary offering ($45,000 – $50,000, dependent on qualifications and experience).
  • Participation in the health benefits program, including a fitness allowance.
  • Vacation entitlement.
  • Professional development is encouraged.
  • Be part of a flexible, collaborative and high performing culture that provides ongoing growth opportunities and genuinely takes care of their people so they can take care of the clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Active participation in scheduling field visits for the week.
  • Be the first point of contact for clients and customers who are visiting the clinic.
  • Maintenance, preparation, and disinfection of diagnostic equipment, field kits, and vehicles.
  • Inventory management and preparation for product pickup.
  • Creating purchase orders and invoicing for products.
  • Helping to support accurate medical records and confidentiality.
  • Shipping and receiving diagnostic samples and prescription/over the counter products.
  • Keeping office area clean and fully stocked with supplies.
  • General administrative duties as required.
  • Ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED SKILLSET AND PROFILE:

The successful candidate for this position will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, and will be a self-starter that is capable of working independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team. Additional preferred skillsets include:

  • Must have high attention to detail and have advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be able to take initiative and be self-motivated.
  • Must be adaptable, flexible, and possess a positive attitude.
  • Outgoing personality with a sense of humour.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Lead by example and take accountability.
  • Ability to handle confidential data with discretion and good judgment.
  • Relationship builder with team, suppliers, clients, and business partners.
  • Demonstrated strength in fostering collaboration with colleagues.
  • Ability to demonstrate empathy with clients while ensuring quality outcomes.
  • Experience of working within tight deadlines and turnaround times.
  • Able to adapt to changing situations and make decisions that support the team and client needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the above details, other qualifications include:

  • Intermediate proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
  • Experience using accounting software (e.g. Sage).
  • Have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Class 5 driver’s license.
  • Must be legally able to work in Canada.
  • Successfully complete a criminal back check process.