Administrative Assistant

Michaels Stores • Kernersville, NC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting Michaels Leadership team.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; additional related training/certification is a plus
• Requires excellent computer skills; must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Interpersonal skills are essential with a high degree of sensitivity for confidentiality; must be strong in both oral and written communication skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and able to multi-task
• Strong organizational skills and good customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize diversified workload

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Oracle applications a plus
• Some college preferred
• 2-3 years of prior experience working in an office environment, preferably in retail

Responsibilities

• Communicates in person and through correspondence with sometimes high-level contacts inside and outside the company including vendors.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings, conference calls, and other events; informs attendees/participants of function dates and times, reserves meeting space and catering services when needed.
• Composes correspondence, memos, Excel Spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations.
• Works closely with other department staff to coordinate streamlining of processes and documentation; recommends changes to improve efficiencies.
• Coordinates domestic and international air travel, ground transportation, and hotel accommodations.
• Establishes, develops, and maintains filing systems.
• Maintains and orders office supplies and answers phones.
• Handles highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Works on special projects and needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Telemedicine services
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Various voluntary insurance options
• Employee discounts
• Access to partner discount programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED