Strategic Executive Assistant & Ops Partner

vwr

Radnor (Delaware County)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Avantor is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President of VWR Distribution & Services and the EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer. The role partners closely with senior leaders to drive operational excellence, coordinate complex priorities, and implement technology-enabled improvements across the organization.

You will manage calendars, prepare briefings, and coordinate global travel while leading strategic projects and governance activities.

Qualifications

Experience supporting C-suite executives
Strong calendar and travel management
Proactive problem-solving and project coordination
Experience with Workday and MS 365 tools

Responsibilities

Manage complex calendars and optimize executives' time against objectives.
Act as trusted advisor, identifying scheduling conflicts and prioritization challenges.
Prepare meetings with briefing materials, agendas and follow-up actions.
Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements.
Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring milestones and deliverables stay on track.
Establish project plans, monitor progress, and escalate risks.
Track commitments and action items, and coordinate with HR/Finance/Commercial teams.
Coordinate leadership meetings and strategic planning sessions.
Leverage technology to streamline processes and automate workflows.
Maintain digital files and meeting documentation.