Accomplished Executive Assistant at Estee Lauder Companies Inc, adept in office administration and project management. Excelled in maintaining confidentiality and streamlining executive schedules, significantly enhancing productivity. Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail and a professional demeanor, fostering strong vendor relationships and achieving cost savings. Proven track record in supporting strategic initiatives and improving organizational effectiveness.
Professional administrative professional with track record in supporting executive leadership. Proven ability to handle confidential information and manage executive schedules effectively. Focused on fostering team collaboration and meeting dynamic business needs through exceptional communication and organizational skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive-assistant
Estee Lauder Companies Inc
02.1994 - Current
Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
Supported executives in decision-making processes by conducting research and presenting findings in clear formats.
Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal meetings and external conferences.
Enhanced productivity by organizing travel arrangements and coordinating accommodations for executives.
Collaborated on special projects to improve overall business operations within the organization efficiently.
Delivered exceptional organizational support enabling executive focus on high-level strategic initiatives fostering company growth.
Contributed to budget management by monitoring expenses and providing detailed expenditure reports regularly.
Proactively identified areas requiring attention or improvement aligning priorities effectively in line with executive preferences.
Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
Developed strong relationships with vendors leading to improved contract terms resulting in cost savings for the company.
Enhanced executive productivity by managing email correspondence and prioritizing critical issues.
Contributed to development of internal policies and procedures, enhancing organizational effectiveness and compliance.
Enabled timely project completion by coordinating resources and timelines across multiple departments.
Contributed to budget management by tracking expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Supported strategic planning sessions, providing logistical support and compiling necessary background materials.
Facilitated onboarding of new employees, ensuring smooth transition into company culture and workflow.
Managed complex calendars for senior executives to facilitate efficient scheduling and meeting planning.
Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding company's privacy policies and ethical standards.
Negotiated with vendors for cost savings, securing high-quality services at reduced rates.
Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mira Costa High School
Manhattan Beach, CA
06-1985
Skills
Executive support
Administrative support
Schedule & calendar planning
Office administration
Meticulous attention to detail
Information confidentiality
Expense reporting
Professional and mature
Meeting planning
Travel arrangements
Excel spreadsheets
Project management
Invoice processing
Accomplishments
Planned corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of 300+ employees.
Created detailed expense reports in excess of $10,000 including currency exchanges.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop Budget tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Microsoft.
Professional Secretary Certificate (PS) - International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP).
Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate – National Diversity Council or Various Educational Institutions.
Interests
Youth Development Programs
Watching Movies and TV Shows
Swimming
Music
Participating in local clean-up initiatives
Volunteering with youth sports programs as a Team Mom
Timeline
Executive-assistant
Estee Lauder Companies Inc
02.1994 - Current
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Microsoft.
Professional Secretary Certificate (PS) - International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP).
Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate – National Diversity Council or Various Educational Institutions.
High School Diploma -
Mira Costa High School
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