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Job Location: Hershey, PA * Summary:* The Hershey Company currently has a Sr. Administrative Assistant position within the Supply Chain Organization. This position will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Vice President of Supply Chain.   This is a hybrid work location role within our Best of Both Flex model. Expectation is remote work Monday and Fridays (in office as needed these days); in-office collaboration Tuesday – Thursday. The role requires flexibility and adaptability, including the ability to work during off-hours as needed. Flex time appropriate with advance communication with the leader. * Role Responsibilities:* Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Proactively and efficiently manage the Vice President’s calendar, prioritizing schedules and meetings to ensure optimal time management. * Expertly plan and organize meetings, including assembling agendas, arranging locations, managing meeting technology (WebEx/Teams), and handling all logistics. Prepare meeting briefing documents, take and disseminate notes, and formulate post-meeting action item lists. * Manage logistics including off-site meetings, booking rooms in third-party locations, and incorporating travel time and juggling logistics as appropriate. * Act as a proxy for communications and approvals as authorized, interfacing with internal and external senior executives. Answer general questions, refer routine matters to appropriate parties, and follow up to ensure proper disposition. * Support department in coordination and scheduling of travel arrangements and process expense reports for Vice President. * Demonstrate strong proficiency and aptitude with learning software, databases, dashboards, and scorecards. * Compose correspondence with a high degree of professionalism. * Support the teams by assisting with projects; data collection; and team collaboration activities. Create open communication channels, assist with tasks and analytical support as needed, and build relationships within the teams. * Implement team-building activities and networking opportunities for the team. * Take initiative by attending meetings to stay two steps ahead. Be prepared and proactive to identify upcoming tasks and initiatives to strengthen efficiency. * Exhibit high proficiency in creating PowerPoint decks for internal meetings. * Proactively reach out to meeting organizers to request pre-reads and understand the significance of meetings. * Identify future obstacles, problem-solve, and provide opportunities. * Manage and handle sensitive and extremely confidential. information, ensuring the protection of files and communication. * Demonstrate innovation and creativity in crafting engaging weekly team emails and newsletters. * Qualifications:* * Associate degree or higher strongly preferred. * At least 3 years progressive administrative experience; experience supporting executives highly preferred. * Excellent word processing/computer skills (Power Point, Word, Excel, Outlook, SAP, SharePoint). * Strong communication skills (oral and written). * Ability to interact with internal and external executives and customers. * Proactive thinking and action. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and set priorities effectively. * Analytical ability and personal initiative. * Attention to detail and follow-through. * Responsiveness and strong interpersonal skills. * Excellent organizational/time management skills. * Ability to use good judgement and discretion. * Capable of working both independently and collaboratively as a team player. #LI-AM1 The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center (askhr@hersheys.com).