Executive Administrative Assistant, Mountain Hardwear (Richmond)

ABOUT THE POSITION

MountainHardwearisseekinga highly organized, proactive, and detail-orientedexperiencedExecutive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the PresidentandLeadership Team. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, fostering a strong internal culture, and supporting key business initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a trusted partner, skilled in managing complexlogistics, confidential communications, and cross-functionalcoordination with an enterprise mindset.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Provides analytical and specialized administrative support to theBrand President andSenior Leadership Team

Performsadministrative duties and coordinates the production of correspondence and work projects for executives.

Screens incoming communications and messaging to best assist and coordinate meetings, calls, and in-person appointmentson behalf of the President. Evaluates the relative importance of each and handles appropriately.

Maintains calendar of Presidenton a daily basis. Works with direct reports and other administrative staff to schedule meetings and events.

Composesemails,lettersand reports from verbal instructions.Attendmeetings as needed to scribe notes for distribution.

Coordinates travel arrangements,hoteland car accommodations, and planning of itineraries. Coordinates onsite and offsite meetings.

Maintains positive open lines of communication with all management, staff, and other departments to contribute to the smooth flow of information and efficient operation of the organization.

Assistwithofficelogisticsincluding catering,officesupplies, and onboarding support for new hires, in partnership with Facilities team, Employee Experience Coordinator and HR.

Managebusiness processes such asBlanket Purchase Orders, Purchase Orders,coordinate vendorcontractsand expedited payments using Aribaand Graphite Connect, on behalf of senior leadership team.

Support thelogisticsofAll-Hands andother team gatheringsincluding AV setup, seating arrangements, and presentation deck coordinationin PowerPoint and Keynote programs.

Act as a cross-functional connector and culture builder, fostering collaboration across departments.

Serve as a liaison betweenMountainHardwearand Columbia Sportswear Company's infrastructure and leadership teams.

Other administrative and culturesupportingactivities, as assigned.

YOU ARE

Great at supporting multiple priorities and leaders at a time

Excellent at having a no job is too small approach to your role

An excellent communicatorand able to build trust

Able to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion and care

YOU HAVE

High School Diploma or equivalent experience. Some positions may require 2+ years of technical training.

Typically requires 7+ years of related experience.

Must be a highly motivated self-starter and be able to work with a minimum of supervision.

Senior levelproficiencywith MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, One Note / Drive).

Ability to create presentations using PowerPoint and / or other presentation software.

Demonstrated record of strong interpersonal skills and the ability toestablishand maintain excellent workingrelationshipwith all internal contacts / co-workers.

Possess strong problem-solving skills and independent judgment.

Have a demonstrated history of excellent organizational skills, ability tomaintainconfidentiality, ability to prioritize many tasks and complete tasks with accuracy and efficiency.

Well-developed ability to read, write, and speak English.

Ability to conduct complex interpersonal interactions with others,utilizeexcellent grammar and spelling skills in composing correspondence,operateindependently, handle confidential information with discretion, and work effectively under pressure.

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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https : / / www.eeoc.gov / sites / default / files / 2023-06 / 22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Material job duties that will be considered in evaluating criminal convictions post-conditional offer of employment include cash handling, working with minors, servicing the public, and access to customers' confidential information. Pay Rate : $34.90 - $58.37

• Pay decisions are determined by multiple factors, including what the market is paying, a candidate's capabilities and skills, years of experience, and internal equity. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being : physical, social / emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24 / 7 / 365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available. If you need an accommodation / adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject : Applicant Assistance Requested.