Executive Assistant Commercial (Onsite in Sunnyvale, CA)

Bring more to life. At Cepheid, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. By harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact—innovating at the speed of life.

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you’ll make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world’s most complex health challenges.

About the role

The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing critical executive support to Cepheid’s Chief Commercial Officer, operating with the highest level of confidentiality, judgment, and autonomy. This high-impact role supports a global commercial organization and requires understanding of business operations, commercial priorities, executive rhythms, and strategic planning to enable effective decision-making and execution. The position reports to the Chief Commercial Officer and is part of the Cepheid Commercial Organization located in Sunnyvale, CA. While this role is on-site, applications from qualified candidates in other US locations will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to support achievement of key commercial business objectives.
• Lead executive operations, including complex calendar management, global travel, meetings, expenses, and other business-critical activities.
• Drive strategic projects and events by managing timelines, logistics, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of commercial priorities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience with 8+ years of executive administrative support experience, including support of C-suite leaders.
• Minimum 3 years of project management and event planning experience, including executive meetings, conferences, and business events.
• Advanced proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot, and other AI-enabled productivity tools.

Qualifications

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Executive administrative support for a senior Commercial, Sales, Marketing, Business Development, or General Management leader in a global organization.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel internationally and domestically per business needs.

Benefits

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

• Paid time off
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k) to eligible employees

Pay

The hourly range for this role is USD $50.00 – $55.00. This range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.