Executive Administrative Assistant
Eastman, Kingsport, TN, United States
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
Description
Seeking a qualified candidate to fill an Executive Administrative Assistant position to provide support for the Films and Corporate Innovation Technology organizations. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Technology, Films, Corporate Innovation and Regions.
The Executive Administrative Assistant will act as an ambassador and liaison for the organizations to support the smooth day-to-day operations. The individual will handle details of a highly confidential and critical nature and will need to display a high degree of discretion, integrity, and know-how to balance urgent requests with thoughtfulness. The successful individual will bring a positive and can-do attitude, as well as flexibility to the work environment. Ability to work with professionalism and courtesy with all levels of internal management, employees, and external contacts is necessary.
This position is located on site at our Corporate Headquarters in Kingsport, TN.
Responsibilities
Serve as a resource for the Vice President of Technology, along with the broader organization, anticipating needs and proactively creating options and recommendations
Support the Films Technology Leadership Team (FFLT) and Innovation Leadership Team by coordinating agendas, pre-reads, etc.
Collaborating internally to provide information, reports, or responses to division information requests; ability to work collaboratively across a large organization and across geographies (domestically and internationally) is a must
Arranging both domestic and international travel
Arranging, organising, managing, and maintaining schedules for meetings, video conferences, and small group events, in addition to any set up that is required
Learning and contextualising business priorities and acting accordingly, using best judgement as to which meetings need to be prioritised, which meetings cannot be moved, and always approaching scheduling conflicts with a can-do mindset
Collaborating with external partners to organise on-site visits, meetings, and luncheons
Managing expense reports
Maintaining team SharePoint sites, Teams sites, Power BI dashboards and organising information
Maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; evaluating new office products; placing and expediting orders for supplies and services
Utilising Adobe for signing and editing documents as needed
Leveraging PowerBI to generate new reports and scorecards from various reporting systems
Qualifications
Minimum high school graduate required; college degree in a related field is preferred
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
SharePoint, Concur, Ariba, Workforce and Salesforce skills are a plus
Must be able to maintain the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and use best judgement for sharing information.
Be adaptable, proactive, and professional, with demonstrated capability of working in a team-oriented environment to achieve results while maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude.
Quick learner and agile multi-tasker who must demonstrate proactive initiative and attention to detail
Possess exceptional communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills; ability to interface in a highly professional and friendly manner with people across multiple Eastman organisations, cultures and outside the company.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-pace environment and demonstrate ability to juggle multiple competing tasks, scheduling conflicts, and personalities; must independently meet deadlines, develop contingency plans and identify potential scheduling conflicts
Understand that this role is not a remote job
Benefits
Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.
Compensation & Incentives
Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage—paired with a Health Savings Account option to help you save tax-free dollars for care today or in the future.
A robust menu of voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection, and more—so you can tailor coverage to fit your life.
Holistic wellness support: financial-planning tools, family-building assistance (adoption, pregnancy, and fertility resources), parental leave, and confidential Employee Assistance Program counselling.
Retirement & Financial Strategies
401(k) with a company match—plus an additional annual retirement contribution from Eastman to accelerate your long-term savings.
Time Away
Eleven paid holidays, one personal day, paid time off, and paid vacation to recharge, celebrate, or handle life’s moments.
Growth & Development
Access to mentorship, learning resources, and leadership programs that empower you to thrive in your current role and chart the next steps in your career.
At Eastman, we invest in the whole you—so you can bring your best self to work every day and build a future you’re proud of.
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully engaged workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
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Description
Seeking a qualified candidate to fill an Executive Administrative Assistant position to provide support for the Films and Corporate Innovation Technology organizations. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Technology, Films, Corporate Innovation and Regions.
The Executive Administrative Assistant will act as an ambassador and liaison for the organizations to support the smooth day-to-day operations. The individual will handle details of a highly confidential and critical nature and will need to display a high degree of discretion, integrity, and know-how to balance urgent requests with thoughtfulness. The successful individual will bring a positive and can-do attitude, as well as flexibility to the work environment. Ability to work with professionalism and courtesy with all levels of internal management, employees, and external contacts is necessary.
This position is located on site at our Corporate Headquarters in Kingsport, TN.
Responsibilities
Serve as a resource for the Vice President of Technology, along with the broader organization, anticipating needs and proactively creating options and recommendations
Support the Films Technology Leadership Team (FFLT) and Innovation Leadership Team by coordinating agendas, pre-reads, etc.
Collaborating internally to provide information, reports, or responses to division information requests; ability to work collaboratively across a large organization and across geographies (domestically and internationally) is a must
Arranging both domestic and international travel
Arranging, organising, managing, and maintaining schedules for meetings, video conferences, and small group events, in addition to any set up that is required
Learning and contextualising business priorities and acting accordingly, using best judgement as to which meetings need to be prioritised, which meetings cannot be moved, and always approaching scheduling conflicts with a can-do mindset
Collaborating with external partners to organise on-site visits, meetings, and luncheons
Managing expense reports
Maintaining team SharePoint sites, Teams sites, Power BI dashboards and organising information
Maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; evaluating new office products; placing and expediting orders for supplies and services
Utilising Adobe for signing and editing documents as needed
Leveraging PowerBI to generate new reports and scorecards from various reporting systems
Qualifications
Minimum high school graduate required; college degree in a related field is preferred
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
SharePoint, Concur, Ariba, Workforce and Salesforce skills are a plus
Must be able to maintain the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and use best judgement for sharing information.
Be adaptable, proactive, and professional, with demonstrated capability of working in a team-oriented environment to achieve results while maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude.
Quick learner and agile multi-tasker who must demonstrate proactive initiative and attention to detail
Possess exceptional communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills; ability to interface in a highly professional and friendly manner with people across multiple Eastman organisations, cultures and outside the company.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-pace environment and demonstrate ability to juggle multiple competing tasks, scheduling conflicts, and personalities; must independently meet deadlines, develop contingency plans and identify potential scheduling conflicts
Understand that this role is not a remote job
Benefits
Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.
Compensation & Incentives
Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage—paired with a Health Savings Account option to help you save tax-free dollars for care today or in the future.
A robust menu of voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection, and more—so you can tailor coverage to fit your life.
Holistic wellness support: financial-planning tools, family-building assistance (adoption, pregnancy, and fertility resources), parental leave, and confidential Employee Assistance Program counselling.
Retirement & Financial Strategies
401(k) with a company match—plus an additional annual retirement contribution from Eastman to accelerate your long-term savings.
Time Away
Eleven paid holidays, one personal day, paid time off, and paid vacation to recharge, celebrate, or handle life’s moments.
Growth & Development
Access to mentorship, learning resources, and leadership programs that empower you to thrive in your current role and chart the next steps in your career.
At Eastman, we invest in the whole you—so you can bring your best self to work every day and build a future you’re proud of.
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully engaged workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
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