Executive Assistant

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Schaumburg, IL, USA
In-Office
64K-96K Annually
Expert/Leader
Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Supports the COO and VP of Supply Chain with calendar and schedule management, international travel, expense reports, events, presentations, documentation, confidential information, and follow-up activities. Coordinates across time zones and collaborates with executive assistants. The role requires strong judgment, discretion, communication, organization, problem-solving, Excel and PowerPoint skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced global environment.
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Executive Assistant | PrimientAbout Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

ABOUT PRIMIENT

Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we’re also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact.


Inspired by a meaningful purpose: we use renewable sources to produce plant-based ingredients for some of the world’s best-known brands. It feels good to produce safe, high-quality, sustainable products – that go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing.


Poised for a new era of success: we’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every colleague.


THE OPPORTUNITY

Our admin and support teams make a much-valued contribution to the Primient business.


Our Executive Admins focus on supporting a small number of Senior Leaders in their day to day office activities including obtaining and organizing information for use in conferences, speeches, and reports as requested by the executive, calendar management, travel management, and event management. This particular role would support the COO and the VP of Supply Chain.


Key responsibilities: Executive Assistant

  • Administrative support for Senior Leadership Team members
  • Management of schedules in an international business where many contacts work in different time zones
  • Follow-up on pending matters with limited direction
  • International travel arrangements and related expense reports
  • Organize events and meetings with other parts of the business
  • Prepare presentations and take ownership when working on short notice and limited guidance
  • Managing confidential information
  • Monitor follow-up of actions from the broader manufacturing operations team
  • Record keeping, assistance with contracts and other documentation
  • Drafting and document review
  • Working collaboratively, with other Executive Assistants across the organization.

ABOUT YOU


We are looking for a candidate that can excel in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple leaders and provide them with superb schedule, travel, and event management. Additionally, possessing the ability to design presentations and analyze data using excel.

  • 10+ experience in a similar role supporting one or more executives
  • Ability to filter high volume of information
  • Prior experience in the management of confidential information
  • Experience in an international business and operating with various time zones and cultures       
  • Highly experienced in using Outlook Calendar and MS-Office, SAP and ERP Software  
  • Dynamic Excel, Power Point experience required               
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Experienced in event organization and management

Skills:

  • Proven problem solver
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and with minimal direction
  • Demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic and global team
  • Ability to demonstrate good judgment, and discretion in management of information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


Rewards & benefits
Competitive salary / 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans / Healthcare / Medical insurance


Career development

Our structure provides autonomy and accountability in your role. You have scope to develop a depth of expertise and the opportunity to follow career pathways outside the norm.

Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $64,300.80 - $96,451.20 + overtime

Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.​

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We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • Competitive Pay​

  • Multiple Healthcare plan choices​

  • Dental and vision insurance​

  • A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions ​

  • Short- and Long-Term Disability​

  • Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans​

  • Paid holidays & vacation​

  • Floating days off​

  • Parental leave for new parents​

  • Employee resource groups​

  • Learning & development programs​

  • Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. ​

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Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of experience in a similar role supporting one or more executives
  • Ability to filter high volumes of information
  • Experience managing confidential information
  • Experience working in an international business across various time zones and cultures
  • Highly experienced with Outlook Calendar and Microsoft Office
  • Experience with SAP and ERP software
  • Dynamic Excel experience
  • PowerPoint experience
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Experience organizing and managing events
  • Proven problem-solving ability
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and minimal direction
  • Flexibility in a dynamic and global team
  • Good judgment and discretion in managing information

Primient Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Primient and has not been reviewed or approved by Primient.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive across many roles, with structured compensation approaches and publicly posted ranges indicating solid market alignment for operations and technical positions.
  • Pay Growth & Progression — Skill-based pay systems and defined progression paths in certain roles point to clear opportunities to increase earnings over time.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes paid holidays, vacation, and paid parental leave, with time off described as starting at a solid baseline and expanding with tenure.

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The Company
HQ: Decatur, IL
766 Employees
Year Founded: 2022

What We Do

Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. From field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to our people, our communities, and our planet

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