Administrative Assistant

Michaels Stores; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Michaels Stores in Kernersville, NC is seeking an organized administrative assistant to support the Michaels Leadership team. The role involves coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and preparing reports and presentations.

You will work in a fast-paced retail environment, manage confidential information, arrange domestic and international travel, and assist cross‑functional departments to improve efficiencies. Some college and 2–3 years of office experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; additional related training/certification is a plus.
• Excellent computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Interpersonal skills with high sensitivity for confidentiality; strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills; ability to prioritize workload.
• Some college preferred; 2-3 years of office/retail experience is desirable.
• Experience in Oracle applications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with internal and external contacts including vendors.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings, conference calls, and events; informs attendees and reserves space and catering as needed.
• Composes correspondence, memos, Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations.
• Works with other department staff to streamline processes and documentation; suggests efficiencies.
• Coordinates domestic and international 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 as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

2-3 years office/retail experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Oracle applications

Job description

Artistree/CAF-Kernersville

This position is responsible for supporting Michaels Leadership team.

Major Activities

• 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.

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or equivalent; additional related training/certification is a plus

Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Requires excellent computer skills; must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Other

• 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

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Experience in Oracle applications a plus

Preferred Education

• Some college preferred

Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires

• 2-3 years of prior experience working in an office environment, preferably in retail

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.comandMichaels.ca.The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.

Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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