The Executive Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and organizational support to senior leadership.
This position serves as a key point of coordination for executive schedules, meetings, communications, documentation, and other administrative priorities.
The successful candidate demonstrates exceptional organization, discretion, professionalism, and judgment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment.
Key Skills for This Role
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About Us
Established in 1982, Bulk Barn is Canada's largest bulk food retailer with close to 300 stores and growing! The key to our success is progressive thinking, detailed/ methodical planning and flawless execution by passionate people across our organization. We strive to foster a balanced and flexible culture that benefits both our customers and employees.
Our Values:
High Standards
Passionate
Committed
Exciting and Fun
Supportive
Customer Oriented
What We Offer
In addition to a competitive compensation program and employer-paid benefits, we also include:
32-hour flexible work-week program currently being tested
Use of top-tier on-site fitness facility at our Corporate Head Office free of charge to employees
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Executive Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and organizational support to senior leadership. This position serves as a key point of coordination for executive schedules, meetings, communications, documentation, and other administrative priorities.
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The successful candidate demonstrates exceptional organization, discretion, professionalism, and judgment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Project/Task Management
Provide high-level administrative and organizational support to senior executives.
Manage complex calendars, appointments, meetings, and changing priorities.
Prepare, edit, proofread, and format correspondence, reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and other business documents.
Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems.
Monitor and prioritize incoming communications, correspondence, and requests.
Prepare briefing materials and background information for meetings and executive discussions.
Track action items, deadlines, and follow-up requirements to support timely completion.
Maintain calendars, contact lists, organizational records, and confidential files.
Assist with the preparation of presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and other executive materials.
Support leadership meetings and special projects. Coordinate meeting rooms, equipment, office supplies, and other logistical requirements.
Assist with departmental projects and initiatives as assigned.
Assist with tracking and recording professional development hours and renewing annual memberships.
Manage time and attendance, including vacation planner for the department. Record all entries in Dayforce.
Provide backup administrative support to other members of the leadership team when required.
Communication
Coordinate leadership meetings, conference calls, video conferences, and presentations.
Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes or notes when required, and distribute follow-up materials.
Liaise with internal departments, field operations, vendors, business partners, and external contacts on behalf of senior leadership.
Communicate professionally with employees and stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion in all activities and communications.
Exercise sound judgment when prioritizing requests, escalating matters, and responding to inquiries on behalf of senior leadership.
Accountability
Ensure executives are adequately prepared for meetings through the timely coordination of relevant information and documentation.
Detail Orientation
Ensure all documents and reports are audited and error free in advance of submission for review by senior executives.
Document and bring forward any document discrepancies.
Quality
Ensure all presentations, reports and communications are print ready and meet Company standards in advance of implementation.
Teamwork
Partner with co-workers as required on daily and/or special tasks, to ensure deadlines and timelines are met to the standards set by the Company.
Any other duties as required.
Education & Skills
Post-secondary certificate or degree in business administration or related field.
3 years’ experience as an Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Proficient with Microsoft suite of products.
Strong follow-up and organizational skills.
Ability to work efficiently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Bulk Barn Foods Limited is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Accommodation is available in accordance with the AODA, if requested.
Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
