Executive Administrative Assistant

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* Job Description:

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* Since its founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world's leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. We place a high premium on developing innovative solutions-most of which are developed in tandem with our customers. And we continue to ensure that our customers receive timely, cost-effective service for our innovative products.

ITW's differentiated business model comprises unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-back innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW-and key to our longevity and strong performance.

ITW's products and solutions are at work all over the world, in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which we live and work, the cars we drive, and the mobile devices we rely on. We are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industry manufacturing leader with revenue of $15.9 billion in 2024. and employs 44,000 people operating in 51 countries. Our headquarters are in Glenview, IL. include a fitness center at no cost to the employees, a cafe, outdoor volleyball courts, walking trails around the facility, employee resource groups, corporate discounts, dry cleaning services, covered/outdoor parking, and much more.

We are just a block away from the nearest Metra station, and it is a quick 20-minute train ride to downtown Chicago, museums, lakefront, and other activities.

More details on our benefits can be found on our website at  

This role will serve as the executive assistant to several executive vice presidents (EVPs) who lead ITW's operating segments along with members of their segment leadership teams. The successful candidate will have proven experience as a key administrative partner to an executive leader(s) with a demonstrated ability to develop collaborative relationships within the team and across the organization. This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, service-orientation, strong initiative, analytical thinking and skills, attention to detail, and solid organizational skills.

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* Primary Responsibilities:

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* + Support segment EVPs and segment leadership in all related administrative tasks, and the business operating leadership events including bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly staff and segment meetings, etc.

+ Produce correspondence, presentations, meeting agendas, and emails. Handle highly confidential and sensitive information.

+ Effective and efficient partnership with the EVPs in multi-faceting meeting/conference coordination & planning.

+ Manage multiple complex calendars, including scheduling in-person and virtual meetings.

+ Coordinate domestic and international travel itineraries.

+ Process monthly executive expense reports via Concur.

+ Establish and maintain files/file systems.

+ Work in cooperation and collaboration with other colleagues, occasionally helping with work overload and covering during absences.

+ Manage segment's sports ticket assignments for customer outings/events (Bears, Bulls, Black hawks & Cubs).

+ Other projects and duties assigned by manager.

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Skills and Experience:

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* + 8+ years of experience in supporting senior-level leaders in a mid to large sized organization is required.

+ Experience in a corporate environment is required.

+ Attention to detail and proven ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

+ Coordinate and triage complex international travel plans for executives.

+ Ability to work 5 days a week in the Glenview office with flexibility in hours

+ Highly proficient in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Concur).

+ Experience handling highly sensitive information with integrity and maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and thorough attention to detail.

+ Ability to be proactive and work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

+ Demonstrate a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize, working within tight timelines, and strong time management skills.

+ Experience in coordinating both domestic and international travel;
Concur experience a plus.

+ Meet deadlines promptly as instructed.

** Compensation Information:*
* The compensation package for the role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $90k - $100k annually.

ITW considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, geographic location, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, ITW employees in the U.S. are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life…