Ascend Performance Materials · 10 hours ago
Executive Assistant
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAscend Performance Materials is a global leader in high-performance chemicals, fibers, and plastics, committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and organizational support to Vice Presidents, ensuring effective execution through proactive coordination and clear communication.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Manage complex calendars for Vice Presidents, balancing competing priorities and anticipating scheduling needs
Serve as a primary administrative point of contact, coordinating across internal teams and external partners
Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment
Plan and execute executive, board-level, and business meetings, including agendas, pre-work, logistics, and follow-up
Prepare presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and visual materials that clearly and concisely communicate information
Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, ensuring efficient use of time and cost
Manage expense reporting and procurement card processes in compliance with company policies
Enter and track SAP purchase requisitions, including coordination of new vendor setup and payment approvals
Maintain organized documentation and records in accordance with company retention policies
Act as part of the extended administrative team, providing backup support to peers as needed
Contribute to continuous improvement of administrative processes and best practices across the executive support function
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 10 years of progressive administrative experience
Demonstrated experience operating in fast-paced, high-volume environments with shifting priorities
Proficiency with enterprise systems and tools, including SAP, Concur, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Adobe Acrobat)
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail
Service-oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate executive needs and exercise sound judgment
Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional presence and interpersonal effectiveness
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining quality and accuracy
High level of integrity with proven ability to handle confidential information appropriately
Resourceful, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal direction
Collaborative team player who builds strong working relationships across the organization
Preferred
Recent experience supporting C-suite or senior executive leaders strongly preferred
Benefits
Access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities
A global wellness rewards program
Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan
Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need
Company
Ascend Performance Materials
Ascend Performance Materials manufactures chemicals, fibers, and plastics products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100M2025-03-08Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Phil McDivitt
Chief Executive Officer
Vikram Gopal
Sr. Vice-President & Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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