Executive Business Partner

Border States•Fargo, ND

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Business Partner provides high-trust executive support, business coordination, and time management for one or more Vice President- or Senior Vice President-level leaders. The role drives communication, follow-through, and productivity while proactively aligning priorities, supporting enterprise initiatives, and helping optimize executive decision-making. It works across departments to coordinate meetings and initiatives, prepare decision-support materials, track actions, anticipate roadblocks, and facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders. The position also supports events and conferences, handles sensitive information with discretion, and seeks opportunities to improve executive-office processes and efficiency. The role is based in Fargo, North Dakota.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent two-year college program, or completion of a specialized technical program.
At least 2 years supporting VP-level or higher executives or business operations.
Exceptional judgment, communication, and leadership skills.
Solid understanding of business processes and how administrative functions relate to the business.
Understanding of the company’s role with customers and vendors.
Prior success in corporate functions and a demonstrated process-improvement mindset.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly proficient with digital applications and Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive, and SharePoint.
Ability to communicate sharply, succinctly, and positively while representing the company and executive-partner relationship professionally.
Emotional intelligence, collaboration, strong partnerships, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and in teams, proactively identify solutions, and drive outcomes.
Sound judgment, discretion, and tact in handling sensitive information and complex business matters.
Strategic, forward-looking thinking and the ability to anticipate needs and improve outcomes.
Strong analytical and organizational skills to interpret and manage complex operational and business information.
Adaptability and comfort with shifting priorities.
Ability to deliver professional, positive, accountable service to internal and external customers.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
Resourcefulness, action orientation, and commitment to operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in project management, supply chain, or sales and marketing.
SAP experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as a business partner to one or more VP- or SVP-level executives, aligning priorities, driving outcomes, and optimizing decision-making.
Support enterprise-level initiatives on behalf of the executive and coordinate timely execution across departments.
Strategically filter, prioritize, and sequence executive engagements according to enterprise impact.
Coordinate and assist with planning and executing cross-functional meetings and follow-ups.
Prepare materials, presentations, and communications to support executive decision-making.
Track action items, monitor progress on key initiatives, and support timely follow-through.
Anticipate roadblocks and propose solutions as a trusted advisor.
Facilitate communication between the executive and internal and external stakeholders.
Use judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion when navigating organizational dynamics and handling sensitive information.
Support operational excellence and alignment with corporate strategy.
Support planning and execution of internal or external events and conferences.
Seek opportunities to improve processes and efficiency within the executive office.
Coordinate conferences, trade shows, and other industry-specific events.
Attend and participate in required training programs.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or designate.