Now hiring! Administrative Assistant
Wyandotte, MI (Hybrid working model)
Annual bonus / Overtime pay eligible
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our Monomers team in Wyandotte, MI.
Come create chemistry with us!
BASF Monomers is a leading supplier of isocyanates, inorganics, polyamides, and ammonia. Our products are used in many downstream applications including the production of foams, adhesives, textiles, automobiles, food production, paper, packaging, wire, cable, clothing, and so much more. Monomers go into the production of countless household and industrial goods and make a positive impact on people's lives every day. As an essential business in BASF's overall Verbund (interconnectedvalue chain) system, Team Monomers iscommittedto help our customers reach their sustainability targets by expanding our portfolio of lower CO2 footprint products and circular solutions.
As an Administrative Assistant you will provide daily administrative support to the Commercial Isocyanates and Inorganics VP and Business Director(s) and assisting with office management with the SVP Administrative Assistant. Among other tasks you will be in charge of travel arrangements, calendar management, event planning, meetings, processing expense reports for VP and Business Director(s) and participating in special projects as needed.
During your 8-hour day shift as a Administrative Assistant, you will
Plan andcoordinateinternal global, regional, and local staff meetings, operating independently to manage the creation of the agendas, setting deadlines for submission of required meeting documentation, documentation of meeting minutes and action items. These staff meetings include the department's Yearly Kick Off meetings, Annual Sales Meeting, Monthly Staff meetings & Quarterly Business Reviews.
Activelysupport the Business Development, Business Management, Account Management and Marketing & Communications teams in the planning, coordination and execution of BASF customer events and outings, as well as participation in external industry events. Activities involve managing the event budgets, working with vendors/suppliers, managing invitations and RSVPs and coordinatingcommercial meeting schedules.
Create Purchase requisitions, check requests, direct payment invoices, process workcycles, track vendor payment status, identify & solve vendor/invoice payment delays. Process charitable contributions & Y/E accounting management. Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency in office administrative tasks. You will also ensure all vendor invoices and expense receipts are fully compliant BASF's Code of Conduct and timely submitted for payment processing through their respective payment systems. Report in a timely manner any potential non-compliance to supervisor.
Assist in onboarding New Hires, create and maintain a checklist of actions to facilitate a smooth onboarding experience for all new employees. You will also monitor the completion of all mandatory training for all CMN employees based in Wyandotte, MI, assigned through Success Factors, and establish monthly notifications to all Wyandotte CMN employees of past due and coming due learning assignments.
Support general office management by maintaining email distribution lists, assigning access to business folders, maintaining customer contract files in SharePoint and Iron Mountain, purchasing and stocking supplies for West Admin 1 & 2 floor kitchens and office supplies.
If you have...
BA/Accounting degree (preferred)
5+ years of relevant working experience
Exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Applications
SAP working knowledge (preferred)
Motivation to collaborate across multiple teams and taking initiative and ownership in ambiguous and new situations
Create your own chemistry with you@BASF
At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It's what we call you@BASF . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees' overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
Just some of the many benefits we offer include:
Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
About us
As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!
At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.
Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF
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Equal employment opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
