Executive Assistant/Human Resources Coordinator

Central Garden & Pet Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Vision Insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Referral Program

On-demand pay

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company in Atlanta seeks an Executive Assistant / HR Coordinator to support our executive leadership team and HR Director. This dual-impact role requires a proven record of C-suite support and a solid foundation in HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and payroll fundamentals.

You will manage complex calendars across time zones, coordinate travel, prepare presentations, handle confidential personnel files, and contribute to employee engagement

Qualifications

• 10+ years in C-suite support or executive administration.
• 3+ years in HR administration.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll fundamentals.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages meeting planning across multi-time zone calendars and coordinates travel logistics.
• Acts as primary contact between executives and internal teams.
• Maintains confidential corporate records and personnel files.
• Prepares and edits documents, slides, and meeting materials.
• Supports employee engagement programs and onboarding for new hires.

Skills

Executive support

HR operations

Calendar management

Multitasking

Communication

Discretion

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

HRIS Dayforce

Job description

The Garden Segment is seeking an Executive Assistant / HR Coordinator to support our Atlanta-based executive leadership team and the HR Director. This dual-impact role requires an experienced professional with a proven record of accomplishment with C-suite support and a strong foundation in HR operations, encompassing recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and payroll fundamentals. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, critical thinker with exceptional communication skills who excels in a fast-paced, dynamic corporate environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Manages meeting planning across multi-time zone calendars, anticipating conflicts and balancing priorities; coordinates daily schedules and the logistics for business trips, including booking travel and preparing itineraries
• Acts as primary point of contact and communication buffer between executives and internal teams
• Manages sensitive corporate records, contracts, personnel files, and financial/expense reports with strict discretion
• Prepares and edits documents, including presentation slides and meeting materials
• Organizes special events, such as board meetings, company retreats, conferences and town halls; handles catering orders and meeting room logistics
• Assists with special projects by coordinating resources and tracking progress
• Handles all office operations, including ordering/stocking breakrooms and office supplies , processing invoices, handling incoming/outgoing USPS/carrier packages, submitting work orders with property management , and working with vendor s
• Responsible for job requisitions, postings, and offer letters, as well as coordinating new hire onboarding of sales and corporate office positions
• Supports and manages employee engagement programs including company events and programs to recognize and reward employees

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Demonstrated ability to effectively meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks from multiple sources, demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and work with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills; d emonstrated capability in event coordination
• Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and HRIS (Dayforce preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be very detail-oriented, analytical, self-motivated, and possess high drive and high initiative
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• 10+ years relevant C-suite experience
• 3+ years’ experience in HR Administration, highly preferred

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Best Bully Sticks, Cadet, C&S, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Kaytee, Nylabone, Pennington, Sevin and Zo con. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.