Executive Assistant

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company • Akron, OH

3d

About The Position

The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative support to an elected company officer, such as an Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, or Strategic Business Unit President. The role helps ensure the efficient and orderly operation of the executive’s office while supporting company policies and corporate objectives. It regularly involves interactions with people inside and outside the company and requires discretion, tact, sound judgment, and professionalism.

The position enables executive leadership to focus on strategic priorities by coordinating administrative activities and office operations. It serves as a trusted contact for internal and external stakeholders, handles inquiries and sensitive information discreetly, supports business decisions by organizing information and preparing accurate reports and documents, and promotes collaboration across departments through timely communication and follow-up.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of Goodyear secretarial or administrative experience, or at least 6 years of comparable secretarial or executive administrative experience.
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and use applicable database systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and judgment skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information and multiple priorities.
• Shorthand skills may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to an elected company officer and help ensure the efficient operation of the executive office.
• Prepare, organize, format, and maintain correspondence, presentations, reports, and other business documents using Microsoft Office and applicable database systems.
• Review and process inquiries, correspondence, and communications, using sound judgment to resolve issues or route materials to the appropriate department or division.
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including company aircraft or commercial flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.
• Review and analyze data to prepare reports and documents supporting department, division, and broader business activities.
• Develop and maintain effective filing, tracking, and follow-up systems aligned with organizational objectives.

What This Job Offers

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