Senior Executive Assistant

cargill • Shorewood, MN

7d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.
Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come.Job Purpose and ImpactThe Administrative Assistant will make independent decision regarding planning, organizing and scheduling of more complex administrative support. In this role, you will coordinate, integrate and implement assigned administrative or staff functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma, secondary education level or equivalent
• Minimum of four years of related work experience
• Proficient in general computer operations and Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• Ability and comfort working with new technology/tools
• Previous experience working with senior leadership
• Experience with international meeting coordination and complex travel
• High level of professional written, oral communication and consultative skills while working with a variety of different audiences, including senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Apply detailed knowledge of department operations and infrastructure, policies and procedures to perform moderately complex administrative processes.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, diaries and travel arrangements.
• Solicit, collect and organize documentation and data to perform moderately complex data entry into one or more systems.
• Plans, coordinates and confirms logistics for more complex meetings and travel.
• Provide assistance and training to lower-level employees.
• Handle complex clerical, administrative, technical or customer support issues under minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked.
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees