Sunkist Growers
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
We are a global leader in the citrus industry — home to one of the most recognized brands in fresh produce. Our citrus is enjoyed across North America and the Asia- Pacific region, and our licensed products—juices, waters, nuts, and more—reach over 50 countries around the world.
Proudly grower-owned, we represent thousands of family farm businesses. Our mission is simple: to support our growers and help them thrive. At the helm of our purpose- driven organization is our President and Chief Executive Officer.
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to be a trusted partner to our CEO — by ensuring the office runs with service and efficiency.
In this high-profile role, you’ll take initiative as the front-line resource to our CEO, senior executives and board members, support cross-functional initiatives, and represent the President’s office with a thoughtful, “I’ve got this for you” approach. Our CEO is a respected leader known for his drive for new growth, new ideas, genuine kindness, compassion, employee-champion spirit, and who is an all around good human.
If you’re energized by meaningful work in an agile environment, enjoy creating structure and efficiencies, and want to be part of purpose-led organization, we’d love to hear from you!
CEO Support:
Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO and the Chairman of the Board, including managing calendar of appointments and coordinating their day-to- day activities.
Communicate, on behalf of the CEO, with board members, growers, internal teams, and others, on matters related to CEO's initiatives.
Prioritize conflicting needs, handle matters expeditiously, proactively, and follow- through on projects to successful completion.
Serve as the CEO and Chairman of the Board administrative liaison to board of directors, growers and industry organizations.
Lead board communications, outreach, scheduling and meeting materials, and maintains board directories and records.
Manage the scheduling all meetings, coordinates all arrangements and prepares all materials needed.
Global Travel Planner:
Coordinate complex and detailed travel plans (international & domestic), itineraries, agendas, Visa’s/passports preparations and completes detailed expense reports.
Coordinate board members travel arrangements, lodging, and meal planning as needed; Plan and coordinate Executive team offsite’s and staff special events.
Executive Team Support and Liaison:
~ Support selected senior executives with limited administrative activities.
Cross-train and support other administrative assistants within the business.
Lead and/or contribute to business project initiatives in a project manager role.
Assist in the planning and execution of office wide events such as employee celebrations and team-building initiatives.
Experience: demonstrated work experience successfully supporting an executive leader
Organizational Skills: superb organizational skills, enjoy creating structure out of chaos, reveal in optimization all with meticulous attention to detail.
Initiative : anticipate needs of the executive, proactive contributor to opportunities for improvement, and taking action without explicit instruction.
Event Manager: experience planning and coordinating board meetings and events
Travel Planner: experience leading global travel plans, lodging accommodations, and expense management.
Project Manager : ability to proactively identify projects, lead and implement with minimal supervision
Flexible mindset to pivot in an office with changing priorities
Emotional intelligence and even keeled temperament on chaotic days
Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion
Proficient in MS Office plus technical savvy to learn new software; user experience with ERP and/or Power BI is a plus
Demonstrated commitment to advancing the mission of the organization and the CEO; In-office presence Monday–Friday (we’re a collaborative face time team)
Compensation range $78,000 - $103,000 plus annual bonus
~ Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life & disability
~ Paid holiday and vacation benefits
~ Casual work environment with a mission-driven culture
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We are a global leader in the citrus industry — home to one of the most recognized brands in fresh produce. Our citrus is enjoyed across North America and the Asia- Pacific region, and our licensed products—juices, waters, nuts, and more—reach over 50 countries around the world.
Proudly grower-owned, we represent thousands of family farm businesses. Our mission is simple: to support our growers and help them thrive. At the helm of our purpose- driven organization is our President and Chief Executive Officer.
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to be a trusted partner to our CEO — by ensuring the office runs with service and efficiency.
In this high-profile role, you’ll take initiative as the front-line resource to our CEO, senior executives and board members, support cross-functional initiatives, and represent the President’s office with a thoughtful, “I’ve got this for you” approach. Our CEO is a respected leader known for his drive for new growth, new ideas, genuine kindness, compassion, employee-champion spirit, and who is an all around good human.
If you’re energized by meaningful work in an agile environment, enjoy creating structure and efficiencies, and want to be part of purpose-led organization, we’d love to hear from you!
CEO Support:
Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO and the Chairman of the Board, including managing calendar of appointments and coordinating their day-to- day activities.
Communicate, on behalf of the CEO, with board members, growers, internal teams, and others, on matters related to CEO's initiatives.
Prioritize conflicting needs, handle matters expeditiously, proactively, and follow- through on projects to successful completion.
Serve as the CEO and Chairman of the Board administrative liaison to board of directors, growers and industry organizations.
Lead board communications, outreach, scheduling and meeting materials, and maintains board directories and records.
Manage the scheduling all meetings, coordinates all arrangements and prepares all materials needed.
Global Travel Planner:
Coordinate complex and detailed travel plans (international & domestic), itineraries, agendas, Visa’s/passports preparations and completes detailed expense reports.
Coordinate board members travel arrangements, lodging, and meal planning as needed; Plan and coordinate Executive team offsite’s and staff special events.
Executive Team Support and Liaison:
~ Support selected senior executives with limited administrative activities.
Cross-train and support other administrative assistants within the business.
Lead and/or contribute to business project initiatives in a project manager role.
Assist in the planning and execution of office wide events such as employee celebrations and team-building initiatives.
Experience: demonstrated work experience successfully supporting an executive leader
Organizational Skills: superb organizational skills, enjoy creating structure out of chaos, reveal in optimization all with meticulous attention to detail.
Initiative : anticipate needs of the executive, proactive contributor to opportunities for improvement, and taking action without explicit instruction.
Event Manager: experience planning and coordinating board meetings and events
Travel Planner: experience leading global travel plans, lodging accommodations, and expense management.
Project Manager : ability to proactively identify projects, lead and implement with minimal supervision
Flexible mindset to pivot in an office with changing priorities
Emotional intelligence and even keeled temperament on chaotic days
Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion
Proficient in MS Office plus technical savvy to learn new software; user experience with ERP and/or Power BI is a plus
Demonstrated commitment to advancing the mission of the organization and the CEO; In-office presence Monday–Friday (we’re a collaborative face time team)
Compensation range $78,000 - $103,000 plus annual bonus
~ Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life & disability
~ Paid holiday and vacation benefits
~ Casual work environment with a mission-driven culture
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