Executive Assistant

About Us

The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) is a member-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative known for producing high-quality, award-winning dairy products. Established in 1916, MMPA markets 5 billion pounds of milk annually and is the ninth largest dairy farmer-owned cooperative in the United States, serving members in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin. MMPA markets through five processing facilities and wholly owned subsidiary brands, Superior Dairy and Heritage Ridge Creamery.

With seven sites across Michigan, Indiana and Ohio, MMPA continues to shape the future of the dairy industry through innovation, product diversification and strategic growth while returning value to its member-owners.

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement including 401(k) with employer contributions
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Employee feedback and suggestion forums

• Provide high-level administrative support to the President/CEO, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and members of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Manage complex executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, travel, and events while ensuring priorities are appropriately balanced.
• Anticipate executive needs and proactively address scheduling, communication, and logistical challenges.
• Coordinate meetings involving executive leadership, including preparation of meeting materials, presentations, and follow‑up action items.
• Screen, prioritize, and respond to incoming telephone calls, emails, and other communications for the Executive Office, ensuring timely follow‑up, appropriate routing, and professional representation of executive leadership. Provide backup phone support as needed.
• Prepare travel arrangements and detailed itineraries for executives, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and meeting logistics.
• Maintain continuity of executive office operations during leadership absences.
• Maintain and file required reports related to legislative activity.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism.

• Serve as the primary administrative liaison to the Board of Directors.
• Coordinate activities related to Board Meetings including venue reservations and travel accommodations.
• Prepare travel agendas/itineraries for conferences and make travel accommodations for Board members as needed.
• Prepare, compile, and distribute Board materials and correspondence.
• Maintain communication system for Board Members regarding upcoming meetings, conferences, and organizational updates.
• Support virtual and in-person Board meetings and ensure meeting technology functions effectively.
• Maintain confidential Board records, files, and documentation.
• Assist with additional Board-related projects and activities as needed.

• Process expense reports and credit card reconciliations for executive leadership.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for employees as needed.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing systems, executive records, and contact databases.
• Support special projects, company events, member meetings, and leadership initiatives.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, conference calls, interviews, and catering arrangements.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other business documents.
• Provide administrative support for the Member Relations and Communications teams as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) or more years of experience supporting executive-level leaders, preferably within a corporate environment.
• Three (3) or more years of experience supporting Board of Directors activities, communications, and meeting coordination.
• Demonstrated…