
Executive Assistant II, St Louis MO
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT – St. Louis, MO
At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.
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Are you a confident, organized professional who thrives in a dynamic environment? Join us as Executive Assistant to the three General Managers of our Colors Division (Food NA, Pharma, and NS&E) — a high-visibility role where no two days are the same.
You'll manage calendars, coordinate travel, support meetings and events, and handle confidential tasks with professionalism. This role offers direct exposure to senior leadership and the chance to take on special projects — making it a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within the organization.
What you'll do:
- Provide executive-level administrative support to General Managers of Food NA, Pharma, and NS&E, including calendar management, travel coordination (domestic and international), expense reports, and confidential correspondence.
- Plan and manage meetings and events, including facility reservations, catering, AV setup, conference calls, hotel bookings, and visa letters for international visitors.
- Coordinate office operations such as ordering supplies (Staples, Amazon), maintaining office equipment, managing subscriptions, and stocking refreshments for the Executive office.
- Support communication and logisticsfor the St. Louis site, including visitor logs, site announcements, birthday card distribution, flu shot event coordination, and internal phone listings.
- Collaborate with departments across the company, such as Corporate Legal for executive document processing and assisting at the front desk when needed.
What you'll bring:
- Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience as an administrative assistant, demonstrating strong organizational and support skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to type at 60+ words per minute.
- Strong multitasking and time management abilities, with a proven track record of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented and proactive approach to handling administrative tasks, scheduling, and communication.
- Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds, ensuring readiness to manage office supply logistics when needed.
What you’ll get:
- Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
- An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
- A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
- SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the USA without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
- RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work in St Louis, MO and must reside in area or be willing to commute.
- THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.
About Sensient:
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.
About Sensient Colors:
- Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.
Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.
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