Administrative Assistant

Who We Are and What We Do:

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our team at our Litchfield, Illinois production facility.

What You'll Do:

• Actively attend and participate in departmental meetings
• Compose and proofread correspondence, spreadsheets, presentations, reports, documents, etc.
• Perform general administrative support such as: distributing mail, ordering supplies, answering the telephone, greeting visitors, and serving as a welcoming voice and face of our businesses
• Support the implementation and maintenance of management systems across the business unit by ensuring appropriate records, document management, regulatory compliance, are monitored and accurately compiled
• Interface with various functions across the organization as needed
• Support the coordinator of customer tours, field days, training sessions, or other related activities
• Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable accurately and efficiently
• Process seed truck movements during harvest and discard operations
• Resolve routine and non-routine inquiries
• Various other duties as assigned

Education:

• You have a high school diploma or equivalent

What Skills You Need:

• You possess a minimum of two (2) years' administrative experience
• You have high attention to detail and can multitask with precision
• You possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• You like challenges and possess excellent problem-solving skills
• You respect yourself and others and have a strong ethical mindset. Therefore, you always maintain confidentiality and discretion
• You are customer service orientated and comfortable interacting with both internal and external customers as a representative of Corteva
• You seek opportunities to develop personal abilities and improve individual performance
• You are comfortable with technology and possess good computer aptitude including the use of Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and are willing and able to learn other company specific applications as required 
• You uphold health and safety to the highest standard! You consistently help others and demonstrate adherence to safety protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safely every day

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Two-Year Technical or Associate's Degree in Agriculture, Business, or a related field

• Possess three (3) years of administrative support
• Previous experience or knowledge of SAP

Work Authorization & Relocation:

• VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position
• A relocation package is not offered for this position

Work Location - 100% on-site

Benefits - How We'll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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