Executive Assistant

Goodyear; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodyear, a global tire company based in Akron, Ohio, seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to a senior company officer. The role ensures efficient operation of the executive’s office and alignment with corporate policies.

You will prepare and format documents, manage communications, and coordinate complex travel itineraries both domestically and internationally. Strong discretion, judgment, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of Goodyear secretarial or administrative experience, or at least 6 years of comparable secretarial or executive administrative experience.
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and use applicable database systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and judgment skills, with the ability to manage confidential information and multiple priorities; shorthand skills may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to an elected company officer.
• Prepare, format, and maintain correspondence, presentations, reports, and other business documents using Microsoft Office and applicable database systems.
• Review and process inquiries, correspondence, and communications, using sound judgment to resolve issues or route materials to the appropriate department or division.
• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including company aircraft or commercial flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.
• Review and analyze data to prepare reports and documents supporting department, division, and broader business activities.
• Develop and maintain effective filing, tracking, and follow-up systems aligned with organizational objectives.

Skills

Discretion

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative support to an elected company officer, such as an Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, or Strategic Business Unit President. This role ensures the efficient and orderly operation of the executive’s office while supporting company policies and corporate objectives. The Executive Assistant regularly interacts with individuals inside and outside the company and must demonstrate discretion, tact, sound judgment, and professionalism.Why This Role MattersEnables executive leadership to remain focused on strategic priorities by coordinating essential administrative activities and office operations.Serves as a trusted point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling inquiries and sensitive information with discretion.Supports effective business decision-making by organizing information, analyzing data, and preparing accurate reports and documents.Promotes efficient collaboration across departments and divisions through timely communication, organization, and follow-up.What You Will DoProvide comprehensive administrative support to an elected company officer and help ensure the efficient operation of the executive office.Prepare, organize, format, and maintain correspondence, presentations, reports, and other business documents using Microsoft Office and applicable database systems.Review and process inquiries, correspondence, and communications, using sound judgment to resolve issues or route materials to the appropriate department or division.Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including company aircraft or commercial flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.Review and analyze data to prepare reports and documents supporting department, division, and broader business activities.Develop and maintain effective filing, tracking, and follow-up systems aligned with organizational objectives.What We’re Looking ForHigh school diploma or equivalent.At least 3 years of Goodyear secretarial or administrative experience, or at least 6 years of comparable secretarial or executive administrative experience.Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and use applicable database systems.Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and judgment skills, with the ability to manage confidential information and multiple priorities; shorthand skills may be needed.Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporateIf you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.