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Administrative Assistant to Head of Location

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Sept 2025

About the role

Company Description

THE COMPANY

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated preliminary sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.

Job Description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

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Job Summary:

The Administrative Assistant provides high-level support to the Head of Location at Continental Uvalde Proving Grounds, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations through effective coordination, communication, and administrative management. This role serves as a key point of contact between the Head of Location and internal departments including Accounts Payable (AP), Information Technology (IT), Purchasing, Human Resources (HR), and testing departments while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

Provides high-level administrative and strategic support to the the Head of Location’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the Head of Location.
Act as a liaison between the Head of Location and internal departments (AP, IT, Purchasing, HR, Test Departments) to facilitate communication and task follow-up.
Assist with tracking and reporting of site-level initiatives, budgets, and operational metrics.
Support the coordination of site-wide meetings, events, and communications.
Maintain organized records, files, and documentation related to site operations and leadership activities.
Gathering all request in regards to invest and staffing needs
Handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Monitor and manage office supplies, facility requests, and general administrative needs
Assist with invoice processing, expense tracking, and vendor documentation in coordination with AP and Purchasing.
Track and maintain assets and disposal of assets.
Assist with vendor issues as needed.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in executive or administrative support roles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Experience with ERP systems or administrative platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Asset Cloud) is a plus.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
Professional demeanor and ability to interact with all levels of staff.
Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.
Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

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