Executive Assistant for R&D & Ornamentals Strategy

Sakata Ornamentals; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday & Floating Holidays

Wellness Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Sakata Ornamentals is seeking an Executive Assistant in Woodland, CA to support the Senior Director of Ornamentals and the Director of R&D. You will manage calendars, draft communications, arrange travel, and coordinate governance documentation within the Executive Administration team.

The role requires discretion, strong judgment, and the ability to balance independent ownership with collaborative execution across the Executive Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant admin experience accepted.
• 3+ years administrative support experience required.
• Experience in seed/ornamentals sector is desirable.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars for executives and coordinate meetings.
• Draft and route communications; ensure timely follow-ups.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics for leaders.
• Prepare agendas, materials, and post-meeting notes; support governance activities.
• Support budgeting, CAPEX reporting, and corporate administration tasks.
• Act as liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Confidentiality

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Resilience

Autonomy

Efficiency

Emotional Intelligence

Strong Interpersonal Skills

Resourcefulness

Technical Proficiency

Analytical Expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Administrative experience (3+ years)

Seed/ornamentals industry experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Calendar management tools

Job description

Sakata Ornamentals is seeking an Executive Assistant in Woodland, CA to support the Senior Director of Ornamentals and the Director of R&D. You will manage calendars, draft communications, arrange travel, and coordinate governance documentation within the Executive Administration team.

The role requires discretion, strong judgment, and the ability to balance independent ownership with collaborative execution across the Executive Office.