Seasonal Data Entry Specialist

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, over 50 stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

Lakeshore Learning makes hands-on educational materials that end up in classrooms and homes across the country — and accurate, timely order processing is a big part of how we deliver on that promise. As a Seasonal Data Entry Specialist, you'll help keep orders moving by entering customer orders with care and handling incoming calls with a friendly, helpful touch. It's detail-oriented work that matters, and we'll train you every step of the way.

A day on the job looks like this:

• Process written customer orders accurately into our system, meeting daily throughput and quality targets
• Answer incoming customer calls to capture and confirm order information clearly and professionally
• Catch and flag order discrepancies early so they can be resolved before they affect fulfillment
• Keep your supervisor informed of any volume spikes, errors, or issues that need a second set of eyes
• Build familiarity with our order systems and processes, applying feedback to get faster and more accurate over time

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to type at least 50 WPM accurately
• Comfortable handling a high volume of calls and data entry tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Based in or able to commute to Carson, CA — this is a fully onsite, seasonal role

Preferred:

• Prior experience in order entry, data entry, or a call center environment
• Familiarity with order management or customer service systems

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain!

• Hourly: $19-$20
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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