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Hands-on Office Manager/Company Assistant at Nutreco Exploration

Key information

  • Publication date:02 December 2024
  • Workload:100%
  • Contract type:Unlimited employment
  • Language:English (Fluent), German (Fluent)
  • Place of work:Bodensee

At Nutreco Switzerland GmbH, we are dedicated to shaping the future of animal nutrition and aquaculture through innovation and sustainability. Our Nutreco Exploration Group (NutEx) located in Arbon (TG) specializes in pioneering functional feed and feed additives through phytotechnology and microbiome advancements. With exciting new products on the horizon, we are seeking an energetic Office Manager/Company Assistant.

Job Description
As the Office Manager/Company Assistant for NutEx, this is your chance to have a diverse role as part of a growing team that is passionate to develop, produce and bring our innovative products to the market. You will report directly to the Business Operations Manager of NutEx. In this role, you: 

  • handle all mailing, shipping product samples, packages, and deliveries
  • organizing/coordinating (multiple) customer visits, welcoming visitors
  • are the practical connection with Nutreco’s financial Shared Service Center colleagues which are located in the Netherlands.
  • help to manage the facilities: support with building management, decorating, assist in finding/negotiating with contractors and suppliers, help managing contracts, and monthly bills
  • booking meetings and handling scheduling (internal and external)
  • ordering and maintaining office supplies: desks, chairs, pens, computers, large and small equipment
  • putting on in-office events (parties, internal team building events)
  • providing administrative support where needed
  • help to onboard new employees
  • other practical support activities

What we offer

As Nutreco, our mission is ‘Feeding the Future’. In a world with limited natural resources, our ambition is to meet the rising food needs of a growing world population in a sustainable manner. We offer you the opportunity to grow professionally, where you can combine the best of two worlds: the purpose-driven, high-energy environment of NutEx with app. 20 colleagues, and the global setting of Nutreco and the broader SHV group. Nutreco belongs to the SHV Family with more than 60.000 employees. Working for Nutreco means an impactful role in an international, dynamic environment with complex and diverse topics with plenty of development opportunities.

What else is in it for you?

  • We offer you a fulltime position, 40 hours per week,
  • Competitive remuneration package with a good pension scheme,
  • You will get 25 vacation days, with the possibility to sell or purchase a limited number of days,
  • An informal global working environment with great colleagues.

What we ask

The successful candidate is an energetic professional who doesn't mind wearing multiple hats. Experienced in handling a wide range of administrative duties and executive support-related tasks and able to work independently. Well organized, flexible, and enjoys the administrative challenges of supporting an office of diverse people.

 You foster strong relationships and inspire trust. Most importantly, you take ownership, delivering results that meet our high standards. On-site presence in Arbon, Thurgau in Switzerland is mandatory for close collaboration with the team.

What you bring:

  • Enthusiasm and energy
  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent through experience
  • Several years of relevant experience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills (English and German, proficiency in verbal and written)
  • Good time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
  • Attention to detail and problem solving skills
  • Knowledge of accounting, data, and administrative management practices and procedures
  • Knowledge of business and management principles
  • Computer skills and knowledge of office software packages

Extra information / Apply direct

Are you the enthusiastic candidate we are looking for? Then we would like to hear from you. We look forward to receiving your CV and cover letter. 

Contact

  • André VanDeelen
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  • Nutreco Switzerland GmbH