Executive Administrative Assistant

This full-time position will be responsible for living the company brand by welcoming guests to Latham Seeds in Alexander, Iowa. We need an organized, detail-oriented individual to support the Executive Team, primarily Sales and Marketing Managers.

Responsibilities

  • Help coordinate daily calendars and schedule meetings for Executives
  • Support Sales and Marketing Teams with projects
  • Print and assemble handouts before Sales meetings
  • Assist with planning and implementing meetings, events and travel (i.e. annual All Company Meeting; reserve venues for Post-Harvest Huddles)
  • Assist with Dealer and Employee Onboarding (Welcome Kits, schedule training)
  • Manage in-house Latham Gear inventory
  • Enter data and pull company reports
  • Answer the phones at Latham Seeds’ headquarters

Qualifications

  • Two-year college education
  • Three years professional experience
  • Solid experience with Microsoft Office and general technology
  • Familiar with online calendars and cloud-based systems
  • Exercise discretion and confidentiality with sensitive company information
  • Support occasional offsite events that may include travel and overnight stays

Key Attributes

  • Positive attitude
  • Customer-service oriented
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Sets high standards and takes initiative
  • Honest and ethical
  • Personally accountable for actions
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong commitment to our motto: At Latham Hi-Tech Seeds, we know family farming is only getting harder. We believe farmers should have trusted partners who provide personalized solutions today, so they can grow even stronger legacies tomorrow.
  • Have a passion for rural communities

Workplace Culture 

  • Family owned and family focused
  • Flexible schedule
  • Empowering and rewarding
  • Casual and fun environment

Full-Time Opportunities include competitive compensation and benefits:

  • Medical and Dental insurance
  • 401K program
  • Flex Spending Plan
  • Salaried based on experience

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please submit your resume to Shannon Latham, vice president, at shannonl@lathamseeds.com.