Executive Assistant; Bilingual - English​/Japanese

Position: Executive Assistant (Bilingual - English / Japanese Required)
Location: Foothill Ranch

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Manages President's calendar and independently schedules appointments.

* Screens incoming calls and correspondence and responds independently when possible.

* Prepares memorandums outlining and explaining administrative procedures and policies as requested by the President.

* Arranges programs, events, or conferences by arranging for facilities and caterer, issuing information or invitations, coordinating speakers, and controlling event budget.

* Directs preparation of records such as agenda, notices, minutes, and resolutions for corporate meetings.

* Acts as custodian of corporate documents and records.

* Directs preparation and filing of corporate legal documents with government agencies to conform with

* Composes and prepares confidential correspondence, reports, and other complex documents.

* Creates and maintains database and spreadsheet files.

* Arranges complex and detailed travel plans and itineraries, compiles documents for travel-related meetings, and accompanies President when requested.

* Updates and sends KMC Team Member List to KHI semi-annually.

* Translates English/Japanese documents including letters, speeches, surveys, magazine articles and other written materials in addition to translating meetings, new employee benefits orientation for KHI transferees for HR and other departments.

* Compiles an annual list of consumer complaints the President receives and distributes them to appropriate personnel for resolution.

* Maintains the boardroom meeting schedule for the board members and ensures that the boardroom stays clean and presentable at all times.

* Welcomes the President's guests and provides assistance as appropriate.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required;
Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred; and minimum 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

* Must be fluent, both verbal and written, in Japanese and English.

* Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills.

* Demonstrates the ability to successfully prioritize and organize multiple, competing tasks.

* Extremely detail and deadline oriented.

* Brings energy and enthusiasm to group or team efforts.

* Solid working knowledge and experience with Microsoft's Word and Excel software.

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

To support your health and wellness goals, Kawasaki provides a comprehensive benefits program dedicated to the well-being of our employees and their families.

What we offer:

* Competitive salary based on experience

* Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet insurance

* 401(k) match

* Life and Disability benefits

* Generous PTO policy

* Up to 12 paid company holidays

* Employee discounts on Kawasaki products

KMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with KMC is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.