Administrative Associate

Job Summary:

Coordinates documents and gathers and inputs data related to assigned administrative support duties for a team, department, function or other organizational leader/group. Completes work with a limited degree of supervision.

We are looking for a talented onsite Administrative Associate to join our Team specializing in Service for our branch in Bakersfield, CA.

We offer competitive pay and benefits!  

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

• Provides administrative support by conducting research, preparing reports, and addressing routine to complex information requests.
• Gathers, compiles, and verifies information; enters it accurately into documents (e.g. reports, presentations, forms) and systems (e.g. spreadsheets, databases).
• Completes data collection, data entry, and report generation related to departmental activities.
• Prepares correspondence, receives visitors, schedules meetings, and arranges conference calls.
• Responds to or redirects inquiries from internal and external contacts with professionalism and accuracy.
• Prepares documentation for vendor/supplier payments, enters requests into accounting systems, and handles related inquiries.
• Maintains departmental policies and procedures documentation.
• Participates in team-based business improvement initiatives and projects.
• Acts as an informal resource to newer or less experienced colleagues.
• Performs additional administrative activities as needed, following established procedures.  

To be successful in this role you will need the following: 

• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally across all levels (in person, over the phone, and via email).
• Proven organizational and planning abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, reporting, and scheduling tasks.
• Process-driven mindset and comfort working with structured procedures and systems, including handling vendor payments and reconciling balances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook; able to work with databases, spreadsheets, and accounting systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, offering support and guidance to colleagues when needed.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Analytical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to compile and present information clearly through reports or dashboards.
• Familiarity with standard administrative practices such as preparing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and coordinating internal and external communications.
• Please note, this is an onsite role at our Sales and Service Branch in Bakersfield, CA, Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM. 
• Customer service experience 
• Process driven
• Organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work well with team
• Matching and reconciling supplier payments
• Balancing daily payments 
• Education, Licenses, Certifications: 
• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations. 
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. 
• Experience: 
• Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

Compensation And Benefits

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate. Hourly pay range for this position is $29.18-43.80/hour, base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits. 

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.