Executive Assistant

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.

Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing-today and for generations to come.

Job purpose and impact

The Executive Assistant will make independent decision regarding planning, organizing and scheduling of more complex administrative support. In this role, you will coordinate, integrate and implement assigned administrative or staff functions.

Key accountabilities

• Apply detailed knowledge of department operations and infrastructure, policies and procedures to perform moderately complex administrative processes.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, diaries and travel arrangements.
• Solicit, collect and organize documentation and data to perform moderately complex data entry into one or more systems.
• Plans, coordinates and confirms logistics for more complex meetings and travel.
• Provide assistance and training to lower-level employees.
• Handle complex clerical, administrative, technical or customer support issues under minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• A minimum of four years of relevant work experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Advanced level of English
• Strong calendar management skills
• Proficient in computer applications
• Experience in event and travel planning