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Eastman

Administrative Assistant

Eastman, Kingsport, Tennessee, us, 37662

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Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world‑class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visitwww.eastman.com.

Description The Administrative Assistant to the VP, Corporate Strategy and Commercial Excellence, is crucial for organizational support. The ideal candidate is a proactive, positive influencer with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Flexibility, adaptability, and creative thinking are essential for handling time‑sensitive situations and changing priorities. Discretion and strong interpersonal skills are required to collaborate with individuals at all levels, both within and outside Eastman.

Responsibilities

Assist the VP of Corporate Strategy and Commercial Excellence with anticipated needs

Developing a working knowledge of Eastman organizations, operations and businesses to contribute meaningfully to the team and our work

Maintaining calendar by arranging appointments, scheduling meetings, scheduling travel, and resolving conflicts in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner

Organizing meetings, teleconferences, group meetings and workshops using teleconferencing and video conferencing equipment and applications

Organizing reinforcement or team building events such as lunches, celebrations and activities

Assisting in developing presentations and communication strategies, marketing materials, project plans, and metrics to sustain performance

Managing electronic and paper files in an organized manner

Facilitating, planning, and supporting workshops and department meetings using any necessary teleconferencing and video conferencing equipment and applications; meetings can include regions outside the U.S. and require special consideration to accommodate time differences

Capturing and communicating action items and routinely sharing progress relative to plan. Maintaining follow‑up system for daily meetings, workshops, agendas, deadlines, etc.

Providing oversight and support to stakeholders on critical initiatives to ensure deadlines are successfully met and keep team informed

Maintaining and assembling background information for meetings

Receiving and screening incoming telephone calls and generating outgoing calls as situations demand

Processing Outlook mail, posting meetings, identifying and handling action items and due dates, and responding for Vice President as appropriate

Making travel arrangements, detailed itineraries and trip files for international and domestic travel

Welcoming guests and making necessary arrangements for visitor passes, meeting rooms, working meals and refreshments, in addition to arranging escorts for visitors as needed

Preparing budget analysis and/or other reports by collecting and analyzing data

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Teams) required

Experience with Workforce highly preferred

Previous administrative experience highly preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent judgement and decision‑making skills

Adaptable, versatile and able to prioritize and complete multiple tasks or projects simultaneously in a deadline‑driven, fast‑paced environment

Strong planning and organizational skills with a service‑oriented and patient mindset

Ability to develop a proficient knowledge of Eastman administrative procedures and systems

Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate work

Possess initiative to develop and complete projects aimed at improving workflow and processes

Proactive in anticipating questions and providing information

Contribute to team safety and efficiency

Ability to work varied schedules and overtime according to business needs

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.

Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

Nearest Major Market:

Asheville Nearest Secondary Market:

Knoxville

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