Grainger · 23 hours ago
Sr Admin Assistant
Lake Forest, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$24.38/hr - $36.53/hr
1+ years expGrainger is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America. The Senior Administrative Assistant supports Directors by providing a wide range of administrative support, managing logistics for leadership meetings, and ensuring efficient communication and documentation within the team.
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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
This includes quarterly meetings held in our Janesville, WI location
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
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
1 or more years of administrative 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
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 coverage starts on day one of employment.
Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
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, parental leave, and other benefits.
Safety shoes provided (where applicable).
Company
Grainger
As a leading business-to-business organization, more than 4.5 million customers worldwide rely on Grainger for products in categories such as safety, material handling and metalworking, along with services like inventory management and technical support.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
D. G. Macpherson
Chief Executive Officer
Nancy Berardinelli-Krantz
Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer
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