Executive Assistant - Loading Business Unit

Executive Assistant - Loading Business Unit Job Description

Posting

Start Date:

4/16/26 |

Job Location:

Longview, Texas, USA, 75603 | Requisition  | Onsite or Remote:
Onsite

We are seeking a dynamic and organized Executive Assistant to provide high‑level support for the SVP, Surface Loading Business Unit Leader and his leadership team based in Longview, Texas. The Surface Loading Business Unit is renowned for producing the world’s largest front‑end loader and Komatsu’s cutting‑edge shovels. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operations, fostering effective communication, and maintaining a sense of urgency in a fast‑paced environment.

• Calendar Management
  :
  Efficiently manage the executive’s and senior leadership’s schedule, coordinating meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements to optimize their time.
• Communication
  :
  Serve as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating exceptional communication skills. Facilitate clear and concise communication within the leadership team, with a strong emphasis on both internal and external communications.
• Project Coordination
  :
  Assist in coordinating various projects and initiatives within the Loading Tools Business Unit, ensuring deadlines are met and objectives are achieved. Prioritize technical skills, including proficiency in AI tools and other advanced technologies, to enhance project outcomes.
• Documentation and Reporting
  :
  Prepare and edit reports, presentations, and other documents, ensuring accuracy and professionalism. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Travel Arrangements
  :
  Organize complex domestic and international travel itineraries, managing logistics and accommodations with a sense of urgency and efficiency.
• Expense Management
  :
  Utilize Concur or other expense management software to process and track expenses timely, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Meeting Coordination
  :
  Schedule, prepare agendas, and coordinate logistics for leadership team meetings, ensuring smooth proceedings and follow‑up actions.
• Problem‑Solving
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  Anticipate and proactively address challenges, demonstrating resourcefulness and the ability to find solutions quickly.
• Technical Ability
  :
  Strong proficiency in AI and other digital tools, leveraging technology to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and support better decision‑making.

• Proven experience as an executive assistant or in a similar role.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant software.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Previous experience in supporting leadership teams.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant administrative or executive support experience.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant administrative or executive support experience.

• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
• 401(k) and/or employee savings programs.
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays).
• Employee and family assistance programs.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Employee learning and development programs.

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration, and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion.

United, we are on a journey toward a sustainable future that creates value together.

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan,…