Receptionist

Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products) and has been involved in importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety and information technology, and supplies the needs of retailers, distributors, foodservice chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.

GGG is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join our team as the front-facing person for the Camerican division in our Paramus, NJ office. In the role, you will greet, assist, and provide direction and information to visitors and help maintain an efficient workplace.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Greet/welcome visitors upon arrival and direct/escort them to the appropriate person/location
• Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls
• Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries (back up)
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
• Maintain inventory of office supplies
• Assist in vendor relationship management
• Monitor conference room calendars; schedule conference rooms as needed; set up and clean; ensure IT equipment is ready for use
• Help organize and support office events
• Assist with travel arrangements
• Order office meals when required; coordinate food deliveries
• Perform clerical support tasks
• Ensure public office spaces are clean and well maintained
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school degree
• Proven work experience as a receptionist, front office or similar role
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Customer service oriented
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks

In addition to offering a competitive base salary and a performance-based bonus program, we are committed to providing our employees with comprehensive benefits that include a choice of benefit plans and levels of coverage to meet the needs of the employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit options (Company contribution towards medical)
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tax Savings Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
• Generous company match with immediate vesting upon enrollment in our 401(k)
• Progressive PTO policy in addition to Company paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance program for both employees and their children
• Employee engagement and recognition programs
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Employee Wellness and Community Giving Initiatives
• Company-sponsored celebrations and team building events

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law.