What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Admin position at M.R. Williams, Inc?
Description
About M.R. Williams, Inc.
M.R. Williams, Inc. is a family-owned business where convenience distribution is done differently. Established in 1976, M.R. Williams, Inc. has evolved throughout the years, partnering with the convenience store channel to provide not only products and customer service but technological solutions unlike any other. Our employees understand that their purpose is to make every decision by first asking how it will impact the customer. We take pride in understanding our customers’ needs and providing solutions through our selfless service and continuous search for improvement. We are excited to find talented individuals who share our passion for our customers.
Novelty Express is a leading provider of novelty and impulse items for convenience stores, truck stops, travel centers, and other retail outlets. It is a division of M.R. Williams, Inc., serving customers via a DSD model.
WilFoods, LLC, our sister company, offers a comprehensive selection of proprietary grab-n-go products, with custom label availability. We operate state-of-the-art facilities, handle all the staffing and regulatory requirements, and more. Our products are available for distribution to various industries, including convenience stores, schools, prisons, office parks, and more.
All MR Williams employees are to demonstrate behaviors in harmony with MR Williams' values of Sincere Commitment, Selfless Service, and Never Satisfied.
Position Summary
An executive assistant plays a vital role in supporting top executives by managing schedules, communications, and administrative tasks, ensuring efficient workflow and organizational success.
Requirements
Responsibilities
- Act as the point of contact between the executives and internal/external clients
- Undertake the tasks of receiving calls, take messages and routing correspondence
- Handle requests and queries appropriately
- Maintain diary, arrange meetings and appointments and provide reminders
- Make travel arrangements
- Take dictation and minutes and accurately enter data
- Monitor office supplies and research advantageous deals or suppliers
- Produce reports, presentations and briefs
- Develop and carry out an efficient documentation and filing system
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Education, Experience and Skills Required
- Proven experience as an Executive Administrative Assistant, Senior Executive Assistant or in other secretarial position
- Full comprehension of office management systems and procedures
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office
- Proficiency in English
- Exemplary planning and time management skills
- Up to date with advancements in office gadgets and applications
- Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload
- High level verbal and written communications skills
- Discretion and confidentiality
- High School degree; additional qualification as personal assistant would be considered an advantage
Physical Requirements, Working Conditions, and Travel Requirements
- Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to push up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to pull up to 35 pounds.
- Sitting for long periods, general bending and twisting are associated with lifting.
- Local travel may be required.