Executive Administrative Assistant
We have a great opportunity for an Executive Administrative Assistant at our Frisco headquarters. This position is a critical role that supports the SVP Innovation & Transformation, the VP Marketing Analytics & Information, the VP Marketing Technology, and their respective teams. The ideal candidate is an independent, organized person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and thrives in a fun, collaborative culture that values determination, integrity, and teamwork.
About the Role
This role requires an individual with sound business judgment and the ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. The ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Customer Service and Communication:
- Deliver legendary customer service to all stakeholders, including employees, peers, customers, and vendors.
- Demonstrate strong influencing, interpersonal, and communication skills to engage effectively with executive-level management and external contacts.
- Proactively anticipate the needs of SVP/VP’s, address issues, and resolve problems quickly.
- Escalate departmental issues that require immediate attention.
- Ambassador of Our Culture:
- Assist with team culture initiatives to foster a caring and collaborative work environment.
- Support Marketing Capabilities with building and executing Marketing Training programs, including college recruiting events, in-market training logistics, onboarding new hires, and addressing training needs.
- Maintain a positive, “can-do” attitude and promote enterprise-wide collaboration.
- Collaborate with other Marketing administrative assistants to share best practices.
- Planning and Organizing:
- Calendar Management: Proactively manage and prioritize calendars and itineraries to optimize the SVP’s/VP’s time and resolve scheduling conflicts.
- Travel Management: Arrange travel for SVP/VP’s, including booking travel and preparing detailed travel packets with calendar blocks.
- Budget Management/Reports:
- Manage T&E expense reports for the SVP and two VPs using the internal Concur System.
- Review and approve expense reports for direct reports, ensuring T&E compliance and resolving errors.
- Prepare periodic reports (e.g., monthly billing reports, invoices) and monitor/update budgets, researching discrepancies as needed.
- Meeting Management:
- Assist SVP/VP’s and direct reports with meeting preparation, including booking rooms, managing AV needs, sending invites, and coordinating all meeting elements.
- Support large meetings, offsites, or partner events (e.g., Bottler Marketing Committee, Bottler Association meetings).
- Business and Technology:
- Develop a strong understanding of the business and industry.
- Provide administrative support using technology platforms to streamline planning and meeting management.
- Organize workload to meet deadlines and priorities, working independently to complete routine functions.
- Technical Skills:
- PowerPoint: Proficient in building customized templates, formatting, and embedding images/videos.
- Excel: Proficient in creating customized spreadsheets, pivot tables, and sorting features.
- Workday: Navigate the system for key deliverables.
- MS Teams: Leverage features for speed and communication in a virtual environment.
Requirements
- 2+ years of college preferred.
- 3–5 years of administrative assistance experience required; senior-level experience preferred.
Characteristics of Success
- Passion: Infectious spirit and enthusiasm for beverages, consumers, brands, customers, and winning.
- Optimists with an Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired by innovation, creativity, and breakthrough thinking that challenges conventions.
- Drive for Impact: Self-motivated leaders who thrive in competitive, fast-paced environments with a relentless focus on results.
- Change Agents: Agile, courageous leaders who push through conflict for speed to action and thrive under pressure.
- Data-Driven Decision-Makers: Ability to scan the environment, remove barriers, recommend solutions, and leverage analytics for bold decisions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Disability benefits.
- Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time).
- 401k with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Mileage reimbursement.
Pay
Salary range: $62,500 – $90,000. Actual placement within the range may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors.
About the Company
Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with over 150 owned, licensed, and partner brands across North America. Our portfolio includes iconic brands like Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, and Keurig® single-serve brewing systems. With more than 50,000 employees, we aim to enhance every beverage occasion while making a positive impact on people, communities, and the planet. We strive to be an employer of choice, offering a culture that empowers growth, development, and well-being.