Executive Assistant to the CEO

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme’s focus has remained the same – making fresh doughnuts using our founder’s original recipe. The brand’s iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line.

Krispy Kreme’s Executive Assistant to the CEO will need to be well-organized, have exceptional time management skills, discretion, and be able to act without guidance.

A taste of what you will be doing:

• Assist the CEO with daily office administrative duties
• Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks that include managing an active calendar of appointments (across multiple time zones) composing, and preparing correspondence, and compiling documents and materials
• Act as a brand ambassador both for Krispy Kreme and for the CEO, establishing strong internal and external working relationships
• Make and manage complex travel arrangements, itineraries and agendas that may change on short notice
• Manage and submit timely expense reports
• Communicate on the CEO’s behalf, coordinating logistics for high-level internal and external meetings
• Formats and drafts information for internal and external written communications, including memos, emails, presentations, and reports

Your recipe for success:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting executive level leadership with a mid to large size organization
• A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• The demonstrated ability to maintain composure under pressure, and to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Resourcefulness – a knack for thinking outside of the box to creatively solve problems
• Exceptional attention to detail, fantastic organizational skills, and consistent follow-through
• Strong working knowledge of travel management system Concur and airline/hotel programs and requirements
• Work both independently and with administrative staff
• Knowledge of video conferencing technology and equipment
• Proficiency with MS Office with advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be the face of the company when needed.
• The ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to quick changes in business and personal needs

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. The official job description will be provided during the application/interview process.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
• Employee discount program
• 401K plan
• PTO and “dream” days
• Company events
• Education Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Life Insurance
• FSA/HSA Plans
• Pet Insurance

Learn more at www.kkbenefits.com

Why Krispy Kreme:

At Krispy Kreme, we focus on…

Loving people

• Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here. 
• Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive.

Loving communities

• At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives. 
• In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services. 
• In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million. 

Loving planet

• We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions. 
• We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs. 

About Krispy Kreme:

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed® doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at www.KrispyKreme.com, or on one of its many social media channels, including www.Facebook.com/KrispyKreme and www.Twitter.com/KrispyKreme.

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