Administrative Assistant

Michaels; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Michaels is seeking an organized office support role to assist the leadership team with daily operations in Kernersville, NC. The position involves scheduling meetings, preparing memos and presentations, and coordinating travel.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma, strong MS Office skills, excellent communication, and a proven ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Requires excellent computer skills; must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Interpersonal skills are essential with a high degree of sensitivity for confidentiality; strong oral and written communication
• 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

Responsibilities

• Communicates with internal and external contacts including vendors
• Schedules meetings, conference calls, and events; informs attendees of dates and times
• Composes correspondence, memos, Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations
• Coordinates travel arrangements and hotel accommodations
• Establishes and maintains filing systems and handles confidential information
• Works on special projects as needed

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

Oracle applications

Job description

Artistree/CAF-KernersvilleThis 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.caThe 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.

• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• telemedicine services
• flexible spending accounts
• commuter benefits
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• various voluntary insurance options
• employee discounts
• access to partner discount programs

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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