Executive Assistant

If you are an EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our CUDAHY, WI location, you will assist the GM and their team as a strategic and trusted business partner. This is a unique role that combines traditional executive support with an agile function that delivers professional services which align with the evolving needs of the business. This individual should be self-motivated, proactive in anticipating needs while working both with a team and independently. Strong communication skills, the ability to multitask with accuracy and adherence to deadlines in a fast-paced environment are important. In this role, you will drive key initiatives critical for company culture and success.

AS AN EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, YOU WILL:

• Plan, coordinate, and ensure the GM's calendar is followed.
• Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the GM, including those of a critical or confidential nature. Decides appropriate course of action or response.
• Work closely with the GM to keep him/her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities.
• Schedule meetings and appointments to include various internal meetings and customer visits.
• Complete a broad wide range of administrative tasks for the GM and their team including completing expense reports; composing and preparing confidential communications; arranging detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
• Meet with key business leaders to discuss and review key areas for business improvement.
• Answer and route phone calls, mail, and e-mail messages and handle a wide range of information dissemination.
• Acts as a point of contact with internal staff at all levels.
• Schedule, coordinate and facilitate meetings, conferences, and other special events as needed.
• Responsible for the creation/coordination, supervision, and completion of special projects.
• Improve quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes. Ability to drive and develop new and efficient processes to align with our business goals.
• Assist with department and company events; interact with caters and vendors for on-site and off-site meetings, including caterer vetting, orders and invoices, and event scheduling and reservations.
  

WHO YOU ARE:

Manages Complexity; you ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations, you evaluate pros & cons, risks & benefits of different solution options, you readily distinguish been what's relevant and what's not important. Decision Quality; you reply on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, & judgment when making decisions. You are decisive and make high-quality decisions, even in the absence of complete information or in the face of uncertainty. Collaborates; you partner with others to get work done, you collaborate across the organization, you facilitate an open dialog with a wide variety of contributors and stakeholders. Communicates Effectively: you deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. You actively listen and check to understand. You model and encourage the expression of diverse ideas and opinions.

Qualifications :

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Minimum of Associate's degree plus 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of successful experience as an Executive Assistant and/or project manager.
• Strong MS Office, Office 365, Oracle, Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, SharePoint experience.
• Highest level of professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including experience communicating with senior executives.
• Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly.
• Ability to travel up to 5% for the position.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship is not available for this position.
  

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Our Commitment to Our People

We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills and competencies to compete and lead in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development from onboarding through senior leadership.

Schedule
The facility works 24 hours a day and typically 5 days a week. Our core office hours range anywhere between 7 am - 5 pm and are flexible given we work together to best support business demands as well as the needs of our customers around the world.

Benefits
Emerson places a high value on ensuring that employees have a good work-life balance. We provide access to a competitive benefits package, including the following: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, parental leave, 401k participation with a competitive match, tuition reimbursement, onsite fitness center, and an online wellness rewards program. Emerson also offers generous vacation and paid holidays.

Why Work in the Greater Milwaukee area
Cudahy is a quaint community located in Milwaukee County, where clean neighborhoods mingle with acres of parkland, major transportation access and big city attractions all within an arm's reach, with a small-town feel. Cudahy has six county parks and 823 acres of parkland, seasonal farmers markets in front of City Hall, and an extravagant Fourth of July celebration. With lots of community involvement, the city has many family-friendly events throughout the year.

The area is home to several major league sports teams including the Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Brewers with Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers just 2 hours away!

Traveling in and out of the area is also a breeze! General Mitchell International Airport is just minutes away with Chicago O'Hare International Airport just a little over an hour away.

About our Location
The 150-year history of the Vilter brand tells a rich story of perseverance and drive to cultivate continuous innovation within the industrial refrigeration and gas compression industries. Vilter Industrial Products offers the latest products and solutions for industrial refrigerators and oil and gas compression. Approximately 225 employees work in Cudahy, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Cudahy location.

Our success is measured by the positive impact we make on people, our communities and the world in which we live. .

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.

Diversity and Inclusion at Emerson is about welcoming, respecting, and valuing the differences each employee possesses. Inclusion is creating a real sense of engagement, belonging and connection for all employees. Learn more about our and about .

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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