Executive Assistant Jobs in Phoenix, IL

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Communications, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally involving strategic initiatives, projects, or experience in a business function.
• Strong analytical and communication skills and a strategic, proactive, forward-thinking mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead cross-functional projects from concept through execution and implementation.
• Ability to engage and manage stakeholders across functions, organizational levels, and international business environments.
• Strong digital mindset and ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality results.
• High degree of initiative, ownership, professionalism, and discretion, with ability to operate independently.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 15%.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employment visa or other sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Automotive industry.
• MBA degree and/or prior experience in the Automotive Aftermarket.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and cross-functional projects from initial concept and setup through planning, execution, and implementation, ensuring measurable business outcomes.
• Develop C-level presentations and business narratives, including strategic storylines, key messages, and recommendations for executive management, board meetings, and key stakeholders.
• Identify and drive business improvement opportunities, develop solutions, challenge existing approaches, and translate ideas into actionable initiatives.
• Translate executive strategic objectives into actionable plans, align cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure effective implementation.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for the President and manage communications and interactions with internal and external stakeholders across functions and regions.
• Manage the President’s calendar, meetings, appointments, business travel, and executive engagements, ensuring effective prioritization and preparation.
• Anticipate executive needs, proactively manage competing priorities, and ensure seamless execution of day-to-day business activities.
• Handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion, professionalism, and integrity.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required, approximately 15%.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) matching contributions up to 6%.
• Skill development workshops and ongoing learning and development programs, including access to Schaeffler Academy.
• Wellness programs and resources supporting physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Competitive, comprehensive benefits program for employees and their families.