Career Opportunities: Executive Assistant - Remote (498531)

Job ID:  498531

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us.  We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package and opportunities for your continued growth and development! 

Summary: 

The Executive Assistant provides direct administrative support to leaders, scheduling meetings and appointments, managing office communications, and being the point of contact for a range of staff and external stakeholders.

What you’ll be contributing:

Administrative Support:

• Manage executives' calendars, schedule meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, conferences, and events, including venue booking, catering, and audiovisual setup.
• Prepare and distribute agendas, presentations, and meeting materials.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, prioritizing and responding as appropriate.
• Maintain organized filing systems, both electronic and physical, ensuring easy retrieval of documents and information.
• Assist with personal tasks and projects for the executive, as needed.

Communication and Coordination:

• Serve as a liaison between the executive and internal teams, external partners, clients, and stakeholders.
• Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents on behalf of the executive.
• Facilitate communication within the executive's team and across departments, ensuring timely dissemination of information.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Information Management:

• Conduct research, compile data, and prepare reports as requested by the executive.
• Monitor and prioritize incoming requests, inquiries, and action items, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.
• Stay updated on industry trends, company policies, and executive priorities to provide informed support.

Project Assistance:

• Assist in the planning, execution, and follow-up of special projects and initiatives as assigned by the executive.
• Track project milestones, deadlines, and deliverables, providing status updates and assistance as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.  

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc 
• High School or GED required
• Minimum 4 Year - Bachelor's Degree required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in general office work or in a progressive administrative position. 
• Proven experience as an executive assistant or similar role, supporting C-level executives or senior management.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning as part of a team.
• Domestic travel up to 10%

What’s next for you? 

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals. 

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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