We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.
This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.
Are you a planner? Do you run a steadily cruising ship? Are you an outgoing, detail oriented, and organised communicator looking to join an industry leading team? Pure is looking for you! We are hiring an Office Manager. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful communicator, thinks one step ahead, and keeps their cool no matter the circumstance. Attention to detail, and excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required in German and English. You’ll be joining a fun and dynamic team that is growing in size, and scope.
We value collaboration, innovation, measurable results, and people who never stop learning and helping. If you’re looking to build something great and to be part of one of the fastest growing companies, then come join us!
What You Will Be Doing
Office Administration
- Administrative support for the DE/AT managing director
- General office management; order office supplies, equipment & furniture, help stock the kitchens and maintain general cleanliness, assist with snack management
- Manage all office vendors
- Manage office deliveries: mail, freight, FedEx / DHL
- Package shipments - cost allocations to proper cost centers
- Order/coordinate lunches and catering as needed
- Schedule and plan company events (office morale activities/happy hours/off-sites)
- Assist the EBC with onsite support (room setup, catering, building access) and swag management
- Provide onsite support for EHS activities
- Set up POs and work with vendors + AP
- Communicate with the office updates with building information/trainings/events
- Provide onsite support for Executives and their teams when visiting or conducting trainings/workshops
- Update the Hub for office site information
- Provide Marketing with support as needed and help manage any onsite inventory
- Assist with budget management and tracking
- Reporting activities (filling in various reports - Health and Safety Inspection Checklist, Energy consumption, etc.)
- Supervision of maintenances and works done in the office
- Supporting and helping with Employee Engagement events
- Monitoring and solving PERC tickets in timely manner
- Managing soft services - office supplies, breakroom supplies, reception desk, employee morale events
- Coordination and planning of Training rooms calendar for bigger events
- Reporting to EMEA Facilities manager
Facilities / Security
- Responsible for janitorial service and all office maintenance
- Manage keycard/security access for new hires, visitors, and current staff
- Serve as primary contact with Building Management and handle all work orders and building related issues
- Point of contact for building security and reception personnel - sometimes also after working hours and during the weekends.
- Set up New Hire workstations
- Organize and maintain all the conference rooms and phone booths setup
- Provide visitors with access badges
- Work with assigned Floor Wardens to ensure safety procedures are met
- Provide space planning support utilizing Pure Desk Reservation tool
- Cross collaborate with the Lab and Security team on maintaining the Demo Room
- Main local contact for physical security vendors - annual checks, maintenance, testing and diagnostics
- Cooperation with the Physical Security and Safety team on solving door held open alarms, etc.
IT / HR
- Provide asset management of computer supplies including distribution of laptop loaners and returns to IT team
- Assist with IT related issues with IT, A/V and Network
- Assist New Hires with first day onboarding
- Manage “Office” email group
What You Bring To the Team
- College degree in business management or related field, or training in secretarial skills, office management and/or administrative studies.
- A minimum of 3 years experience in administrative support
- Strong organisational skills including the ability to manage calendars and effectively maintain records and files.
- Experience in organising meetings, note taking, preparing and monitoring budgets, assisting with travel and hotel accommodations, and providing general office operations support.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals in a complex and fast-paced environment.
- Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain professional, friendly, and cordial relationships with stakeholders, including staff, external partners, vendors, etc.
- Highly resourceful team-player with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
- Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.
- Expert level written and verbal communications.
- Proficiency in grammar, spelling and proofreading.
- Ability to understand and interpret policies and procedures as well as apply them with consistency.
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Google office suite, SAP Concur. Comfortable with a multi-tool environment. (Slack, Google Suite, ERP, etc)
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:
- Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
- Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials and certified as a Great Place to Work!
- Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.
And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.
ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:
Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at TA-Ops@purestorage.com if you’re invited to an interview.
WHERE DIFFERENCES FUEL INNOVATION:
We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership. At Pure Storage, diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability are part of our DNA because we believe our people will shape the next chapter of our success story.
Pure Storage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and people with intersectional identities. We also encourage you to apply even if you feel you don’t match all of the role criteria. If you think you can do the job and feel you’re a good match, please apply.