Senior Sales Admin Assistant

Posted 17hrs ago

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Senior Administrative Assistant supporting District Sales Managers at Grainger. Providing administrative support and managing various tasks in a remote position.

Responsibilities:

  • Respond to requests by asking probing questions, gathering and providing information.
  • Manage logistics/event planning for all leadership meetings including selecting venues, food, coordinating development of schedules, and providing on-site meeting support.
  • Schedule and manage business travel logistics and ensure leader has necessary documentation for travel (Domestic/international).
  • Manage multiple documents including composing, modifying, and proofreading (i.e. memos/letters, reports, PowerPoint presentations, SharePoint updates, surveys, organizational charts, or records management.
  • Task and project management may include (but not limited to) managing invites, coordinating presentation content and handouts, transcribing/recording meeting notes, capturing action items, takeaways, recording audio when necessary, facilitating online questions from participants during meetings, troubleshooting technical and logistical issues, and organizing follow up activities. Effectively manage leaders’ time using strategic and proactive calendar management.
  • Support leadership in planning and distributing team member and leader communications.
  • Prepare personnel, purchasing and other administrative forms for the leadership teams and forward for approval and processing.
  • Train and provide backup support for other Administrative Business Partners as needed.
  • Support the onboarding and departure process for department team members.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the department and appropriate Company policies, procedures and operations.
  • Participate in department projects and tasks including but not limited to training and team meetings.
  • Monitor, maintain, and order department supplies and manage associated budget; may own other department specific processes or activities.
  • Work in a change environment where quality improvement and organizational refinement is ongoing.
  • This position requires flexibility and the ability to adapt to evolving business needs.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 1 or more years of admininstrative experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and LucidChart.
  • Experience communicating essential information concisely, both in writing and verbally.
  • The ability to proofread documents for correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • The ability to learn multiple software programs.
  • Reporting automation tools experience is helpful.
  • A proactive approach with the initiative to anticipate needs and take ownership of responsibilities.
  • Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
  • A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to adapt and respond effectively to challenges.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
  • 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
  • Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.