Temporary Executive Assistant

Who We Are:
WHY Brands Inc., a parent company of Munchkin and Curio Home Goods , focuses on creating, incubating, and growing the next generation of consumer lifestyle brands. Founded in 1990, Munchkin is the leading consumer product company and most loved baby lifestyle brand behind the innovative gear and products for children, mothers, and caregivers. Munchkin has sold billions of dollars of products through our key retail partners: Target, Walmart, and Amazon and has global distribution in over 50 countries. Curio, a premium brand of curated collections of home goods, launched in 2023. WHY's vision is to establish an expanding portfolio of innovative businesses that align with its commitment to inventive product design. With over 320+ patents under our belt, we continue to create solutions that leave our customers asking, "how did I ever live without this?" Recognized as #8 on America's Most Innovative Companies list by Fortune Magazine, innovation is the core of our company DNA and has been driving our designs for 30 years!
We lead with our core values and believe that investing in the community is our responsibility. We create opportunities for every child's potential and well-being through the Radiant Colors program, work to create a sustainable future, and in partnership with the International Fund for Animal Welfare have committed to animal conservation.
There is no better time than now to join WHY Brands as we embark on our next and biggest growth journey, and you could be the next influential leader to play a key role in driving enormous customer-centered value and rapid growth.

Temp needed for Maternity Coverage: 5 Month Coverage starting August 2024-January 2025

We would like this person to train with out current EA before Maternity leave.

This is also a potential temp to hire role to cover another executive.
What You'll Do:
The Executive Assistant and Brand Design Assistant reports to the Chief Brand Officer & Creative Director and is responsible for providing support to the Brand Design Department. This person will play a critical role on a small team in a fast-paced, high-growth organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, maintain and support Brand Design group and other internal employees in managing creative process
• Liaise with cross-functional teams to gather and streamline information
• Assist in coordinating creative projects such as events and photo shoots (i.e. casting, casting in-take, location selection, vendor management, etc.)
• Responsible for maintaining Department and VP schedules
• Assist with CBO travel arrangements both domestic and international
• Assist with Brand Design RFP process
• Assist with Brand Design budget process
• Responsible for coordinating meetings and events, including preparing meeting agendas and materials, scheduling, among other tasks
• Responsible for maintaining the department budget, including coding invoices, tracking expenses, vendor communications, and stakeholder approvals, among other tasks
• Create and reconcile expense reports; review department expenses prior to VP approval; and process invoices for Department
• Responsible for maintaining ongoing administrative status reports, ensuring legal reviews are completed, and other ad hoc tasks as needed
• Filing and organizing of creative assets, project materials, and documents, among other items
• Maintain department and vendor contact lists
• Work closely and collaboratively with all levels of management and ensure the team is supported in a positive and efficient manner
• Provide general support to visitors and other external inquiries
• Other duties as required

Bring It!

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of administrative support or executive assistance experience within a dynamic, creative environment
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Experience leading, managing and motivating a team
• Analytical skills and ability
• Computer savvy: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

We Got You Covered!
As a Great Place to Work Certified™ company, we are committed to offering the best to our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, wellness benefits, generous employer-matched 401(k) plan, Paid Childcare Leave, among other benefit plans. Our total rewards are top of market and include competitive salary, bonus, and opportunities to earn equity. We focus on supporting employee development and growth.
We regularly hold social functions to foster a genuine camaraderie that enhances teamwork. At our company-wide award functions, we take time to recognize the talent and dedication of the people who make Munchkin the most loved baby lifestyle brand in the world.
Hourly: 33.00-38.00 (DOE)
This position will work in our beautiful corporate office on a hybrid schedule.
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o learn more, visit us at www.munchkin.com .
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