Project Coordinator Salary in Dublin, OH

About Us:How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!What's the role? As a member of the global Supply Chain Management (SCM) Organization, the NPI/Project buyer is actively creating competitive advantage for ZEISS by working closely with internal process partners and external organizations.Sound Interesting? Here's what you'll do: In this role, you will take full ownership of the complete Supply Chain for all new product introductions supporting the continuing innovation programs along with any significant engineering changes.Understanding market trends and opportunities, you are selecting competitive suppliers capable of adding significant value to our organisation, thereby supporting the successful development and launch of innovative products and solutions.This buyer will be integrated in many cross-functional project teams and will be considered a highly valued partner for R&D, Product Management and Operations.When not supporting the Engineering/R&D efforts, you will be responsible for specific suppliers to ensure material availability for the Dublin CA. manufacturing plant.Understanding, challenging, and helping shape the roadmap of the assigned projects regarding buying market relevant aspects and trendsDeveloping & maintain vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.Lead contract negotiations and manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations in accordance with company policies and legal standards. Escalations as needed.Actively participating in project and product line steering committees.Dynamic problem analysis, structured solution development and fast decision-making including effective escalation managementManagement of assigned vendors according to KPI and targets provided by the department manager.Create and place new Purchase Orders with supplier as required to ensure that material arrives per Production Order requirements or Engineering/R&D projects.Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting thorough market research and analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved terms.Through value adding initiatives, the Project Buyer will actively contribute to quality improvement, cost reduction and increases in supplier performance.Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including departments such as operations, finance, and engineering, to understand their procurement needs and align sourcing strategies accordingly.Initiate and lead regularly scheduled supplier meetings as needed to identify and resolve performance, quality, or delivery issues. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering open communication and collaboration to drive mutual growth and value.Strategic minded to lead our procurement efforts and drive optimal sourcing strategies for our organizationAbility to read and understand Engineering drawings enabling you to communicate effectively with suppliers.Identify, manage and coordinate all out-sourcing projects working closely with Engineering to ensure all specifications are met and quality is maintained.Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions to optimize procurement processes.Proficiency in using procurement software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Office Suite. SAP preferred.Ethical conduct and a commitment to compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing practices.Do you qualify? Bachelor's degree in an Technical or Engineering discipline, Supply Chain Management, or a related field • Minimum 8- 10 years of experience as a Senior Buyer, Procurement Lead, Project Buyer , or i n a similar senior role within a manufacturing procurement environment.The annual pay range for this position is $ $92,000 - $115,000The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.This position is also eligible for a performance bonus .. ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!MedicalVisionDental401k MatchingEmployee Assistance ProgramsVacation and sick pay The list goes on! ZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran EmployerYour ZEISS Recruiting Team:Clara CresswellZeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).

OFFICE LOCATIONArlington, Virginia, USAThis position must be located in the DC Metro Area as they are required to come into the office at least three days a week and/or when the CFO is in the Arlington Office.#PDN#LI-HybridWHO WE AREThe mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHERThe Executive Coordinator to the Chief Finance Officer will be responsible for a variety of high-level administrative tasks in support of the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and may also support other senior managers. The Executive Coordinator to the CFO will perform a variety of high-level administrative tasks, which may include managing the CFO's calendar, managing related meeting logistics, domestic and international travel arrangements, and reporting and tracking information for the CFO. They will create, oversee, and work to consistently improve communications to all members within the Finance Business Unit and beyond. In addition to supporting the CFO, the Coordinator will also support the Finance Leadership Team with calendaring, meetings management and some travel. Responsibilities require discretion, judgment, tact, and poise. This position will work in close cooperation with all members within the organization, including executive leaders, senior leaders, staff, trustees, Board of Directors and donors, as well as customers, vendors, and business relations. The Executive Coordinator duties can be highly confidential and will require comprehensive knowledge of TNC's policies, procedures and operations guidelines that they will need to adhere to and may provide guidance on. They may provide operational support to the executive, such as organizing financial and technical reports. They will be expected to improve workflow and solve problems within the executive administrative support function. They must have advanced knowledge of the technical systems and resources utilized by the CFO in order to provide satisfactory support to the CFO and senior management team. This role will report to the Director of Operations for the Office of the CFO within The Nature Conservancy's Finance Business Unit and will serve on both the Finance Leadership team and the Finance BU's Operations Support Team.RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE Manage individual's calendars and schedule meetings. Set-up, organize, coordinate physical and virtual meetings including logistics, agendas and activities, menus, transportation, etc. Facilitate distribution of necessary briefing materials prior to meetings. may attend meetings and take minutes. and assist with other meeting-related functions as necessary. Organize and coordinate travel including working with travel agent and others. Provides itineraries and key information and related requirements to include travel authorizations, flight tickets, hotel bookings, visas, airport transfers, expense reports. Performs oversight of activities including greeting visitors, telephone screening. and the review, prioritization and routing of general mail and incoming correspondence via phone for the CFO. Serve as the liaison for responding to requests for the CFO's attendance, such as invitations to participate in meetings, events, etc. Provides support in arranging Finance meetings including collation of speaking notes and/or briefing notes, handling logistics, such as conference registrations, room reservations (internal and external), and local travel. Supports and coordinates TNC Board Finance Committee meeting preparation and execution. Includes teleconferences and minute taking. Works closely with the CFO on special projects and TNC Board Audit Committee activities. Proofreads, answers, and composes routine correspondence both hand-written and electronic, including donor and board communications and other related materials. prepares selective summaries and any follow-up actions for the CFO. Coordinates, plans, and organizes small-to large-scale meetings. Performs general clerical duties to include but not limited to transcribing dictation, scanning, copying, filing, and data entry. Collects and opens mail addressed to CFO and if necessary, forwards correspondence to appropriate staff for action. Support the excellent reputation of the CFO's office with friendly professionalism and respectful interactions internally and externally; maintain and cultivate responsive and professional relationships with C-suite level executive coordinator support team. Maintains files and updates them as needed. Completes business transaction processing for the CFO including review/approval of travel expense reports and check requests. Maintains list of contacts to facilitate communication/engagement and handle outgoing correspondence. Acts independently and in supervisor's stead as requested, exercising independent judgment to identify and solve complex problems in support of the CFO. Ensures programmatic commitments, Conservancy policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance. Decisions may bind the organization financially or legally. Assists with the development of and work within a budget; negotiate and contract with vendors. Maintains confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information. May manage and implement multiple projects, including managing budget, setting deadlines and ensuring accountability. May manage or participate in complex negotiations. May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff, including training and professional development. Travels occasionally, working long and flexible hours, as needed. Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines. Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOUAre you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with strong experience in working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience managing, arranging, and directing high level administrative tasks to provide direct support to an executive team member. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team! The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you don't have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience: Bachelor's degree preferred, plus at least 5 - 7 years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, including at least 4 years providing support to C-suite level executives. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. They should have the ability to produce or improve presentations, spreadsheets, and draft communications. Competence with setting up and troubleshooting virtual meeting technology, including ensuring CFO and participants are on video, showing presentations, and other required technology as needed. Experience with coordinating meetings on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook calendar scheduling. Ability to navigate and engage with executive leadership and executive support team members. Ability to coordinate and schedule with a variety of CFO contacts timely and efficiently. Pro-active mindset to take on additional tasks when required. Ability to manage and implement complex processes and diverse activities. Aptitude to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role. Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for various audiences. Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing and implementing multiple projects. Experience negotiating agreements. Interest and experience in working at a global non-profit organization. Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.WHAT YOU'LL BRING Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 2 years providing direct administrative support to a C-suite Level Executive. Experience with organizational and administrative skills and strong attention to detail. Experience with organizing time, manage diverse activities, and meeting critical deadlines. Experience understanding and interpreting policies and procedures as well as applying them with consistency. Experience coordinating and scheduling with a variety of CFO contacts. Experience taking on additional tasks when required. Experience with MS Office and use of the Internet. Experience managing diverse activities and coordinating the schedule and contacts of executive(s). Experience working with a wide range of people, such as board of directors, donors, volunteers, and/or all levels of staff. Experience working with cross-functional teams.WHAT WE BRINGSince 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world! TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.SALARY INFORMATIONThe starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $95,450.00 - $101,200.00 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.APPLY NOWTo apply for job ID 55055, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected] Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible. Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.PDN-9be3679a-86c7-4278-a938-d8ddd05be10b

OFFICE LOCATIONArlington, Virginia, USAThis position must be located in the DC Metro Area as they are required to come into the office at least three days a week and/or when the CFO is in the Arlington Office.#PDN#LI-HybridWHO WE AREThe mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHERThe Executive Coordinator to the Chief Finance Officer will be responsible for a variety of high-level administrative tasks in support of the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and may also support other senior managers. The Executive Coordinator to the CFO will perform a variety of high-level administrative tasks, which may include managing the CFO's calendar, managing related meeting logistics, domestic and international travel arrangements, and reporting and tracking information for the CFO. They will create, oversee, and work to consistently improve communications to all members within the Finance Business Unit and beyond. In addition to supporting the CFO, the Coordinator will also support the Finance Leadership Team with calendaring, meetings management and some travel. Responsibilities require discretion, judgment, tact, and poise. This position will work in close cooperation with all members within the organization, including executive leaders, senior leaders, staff, trustees, Board of Directors and donors, as well as customers, vendors, and business relations. The Executive Coordinator duties can be highly confidential and will require comprehensive knowledge of TNC's policies, procedures and operations guidelines that they will need to adhere to and may provide guidance on. They may provide operational support to the executive, such as organizing financial and technical reports. They will be expected to improve workflow and solve problems within the executive administrative support function. They must have advanced knowledge of the technical systems and resources utilized by the CFO in order to provide satisfactory support to the CFO and senior management team. This role will report to the Director of Operations for the Office of the CFO within The Nature Conservancy's Finance Business Unit and will serve on both the Finance Leadership team and the Finance BU's Operations Support Team.RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE Manage individual's calendars and schedule meetings. Set-up, organize, coordinate physical and virtual meetings including logistics, agendas and activities, menus, transportation, etc. Facilitate distribution of necessary briefing materials prior to meetings. may attend meetings and take minutes. and assist with other meeting-related functions as necessary. Organize and coordinate travel including working with travel agent and others. Provides itineraries and key information and related requirements to include travel authorizations, flight tickets, hotel bookings, visas, airport transfers, expense reports. Performs oversight of activities including greeting visitors, telephone screening. and the review, prioritization and routing of general mail and incoming correspondence via phone for the CFO. Serve as the liaison for responding to requests for the CFO's attendance, such as invitations to participate in meetings, events, etc. Provides support in arranging Finance meetings including collation of speaking notes and/or briefing notes, handling logistics, such as conference registrations, room reservations (internal and external), and local travel. Supports and coordinates TNC Board Finance Committee meeting preparation and execution. Includes teleconferences and minute taking. Works closely with the CFO on special projects and TNC Board Audit Committee activities. Proofreads, answers, and composes routine correspondence both hand-written and electronic, including donor and board communications and other related materials. prepares selective summaries and any follow-up actions for the CFO. Coordinates, plans, and organizes small-to large-scale meetings. Performs general clerical duties to include but not limited to transcribing dictation, scanning, copying, filing, and data entry. Collects and opens mail addressed to CFO and if necessary, forwards correspondence to appropriate staff for action. Support the excellent reputation of the CFO's office with friendly professionalism and respectful interactions internally and externally; maintain and cultivate responsive and professional relationships with C-suite level executive coordinator support team. Maintains files and updates them as needed. Completes business transaction processing for the CFO including review/approval of travel expense reports and check requests. Maintains list of contacts to facilitate communication/engagement and handle outgoing correspondence. Acts independently and in supervisor's stead as requested, exercising independent judgment to identify and solve complex problems in support of the CFO. Ensures programmatic commitments, Conservancy policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance. Decisions may bind the organization financially or legally. Assists with the development of and work within a budget; negotiate and contract with vendors. Maintains confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information. May manage and implement multiple projects, including managing budget, setting deadlines and ensuring accountability. May manage or participate in complex negotiations. May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff, including training and professional development. Travels occasionally, working long and flexible hours, as needed. Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines. Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOUAre you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with strong experience in working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience managing, arranging, and directing high level administrative tasks to provide direct support to an executive team member. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team! The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you don't have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience: Bachelor's degree preferred, plus at least 5 - 7 years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, including at least 4 years providing support to C-suite level executives. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. They should have the ability to produce or improve presentations, spreadsheets, and draft communications. Competence with setting up and troubleshooting virtual meeting technology, including ensuring CFO and participants are on video, showing presentations, and other required technology as needed. Experience with coordinating meetings on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook calendar scheduling. Ability to navigate and engage with executive leadership and executive support team members. Ability to coordinate and schedule with a variety of CFO contacts timely and efficiently. Pro-active mindset to take on additional tasks when required. Ability to manage and implement complex processes and diverse activities. Aptitude to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role. Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for various audiences. Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing and implementing multiple projects. Experience negotiating agreements. Interest and experience in working at a global non-profit organization. Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.WHAT YOU'LL BRING Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 2 years providing direct administrative support to a C-suite Level Executive. Experience with organizational and administrative skills and strong attention to detail. Experience with organizing time, manage diverse activities, and meeting critical deadlines. Experience understanding and interpreting policies and procedures as well as applying them with consistency. Experience coordinating and scheduling with a variety of CFO contacts. Experience taking on additional tasks when required. Experience with MS Office and use of the Internet. Experience managing diverse activities and coordinating the schedule and contacts of executive(s). Experience working with a wide range of people, such as board of directors, donors, volunteers, and/or all levels of staff. Experience working with cross-functional teams.WHAT WE BRINGSince 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world! TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.SALARY INFORMATIONThe starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $95,450.00 - $101,200.00 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.APPLY NOWTo apply for job ID 55055, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected] Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible. Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.PDN-9be3679a-9a1e-41a5-bbd6-f730aabc097f

OFFICE LOCATIONArlington, Virginia, USAThis position must be located in the DC Metro Area as they are required to come into the office at least three days a week and/or when the CFO is in the Arlington Office.#PDN#LI-HybridWHO WE AREThe mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHERThe Executive Coordinator to the Chief Finance Officer will be responsible for a variety of high-level administrative tasks in support of the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and may also support other senior managers. The Executive Coordinator to the CFO will perform a variety of high-level administrative tasks, which may include managing the CFO's calendar, managing related meeting logistics, domestic and international travel arrangements, and reporting and tracking information for the CFO. They will create, oversee, and work to consistently improve communications to all members within the Finance Business Unit and beyond. In addition to supporting the CFO, the Coordinator will also support the Finance Leadership Team with calendaring, meetings management and some travel. Responsibilities require discretion, judgment, tact, and poise. This position will work in close cooperation with all members within the organization, including executive leaders, senior leaders, staff, trustees, Board of Directors and donors, as well as customers, vendors, and business relations. The Executive Coordinator duties can be highly confidential and will require comprehensive knowledge of TNC's policies, procedures and operations guidelines that they will need to adhere to and may provide guidance on. They may provide operational support to the executive, such as organizing financial and technical reports. They will be expected to improve workflow and solve problems within the executive administrative support function. They must have advanced knowledge of the technical systems and resources utilized by the CFO in order to provide satisfactory support to the CFO and senior management team. This role will report to the Director of Operations for the Office of the CFO within The Nature Conservancy's Finance Business Unit and will serve on both the Finance Leadership team and the Finance BU's Operations Support Team.RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE Manage individual's calendars and schedule meetings. Set-up, organize, coordinate physical and virtual meetings including logistics, agendas and activities, menus, transportation, etc. Facilitate distribution of necessary briefing materials prior to meetings. may attend meetings and take minutes. and assist with other meeting-related functions as necessary. Organize and coordinate travel including working with travel agent and others. Provides itineraries and key information and related requirements to include travel authorizations, flight tickets, hotel bookings, visas, airport transfers, expense reports. Performs oversight of activities including greeting visitors, telephone screening. and the review, prioritization and routing of general mail and incoming correspondence via phone for the CFO. Serve as the liaison for responding to requests for the CFO's attendance, such as invitations to participate in meetings, events, etc. Provides support in arranging Finance meetings including collation of speaking notes and/or briefing notes, handling logistics, such as conference registrations, room reservations (internal and external), and local travel. Supports and coordinates TNC Board Finance Committee meeting preparation and execution. Includes teleconferences and minute taking. Works closely with the CFO on special projects and TNC Board Audit Committee activities. Proofreads, answers, and composes routine correspondence both hand-written and electronic, including donor and board communications and other related materials. prepares selective summaries and any follow-up actions for the CFO. Coordinates, plans, and organizes small-to large-scale meetings. Performs general clerical duties to include but not limited to transcribing dictation, scanning, copying, filing, and data entry. Collects and opens mail addressed to CFO and if necessary, forwards correspondence to appropriate staff for action. Support the excellent reputation of the CFO's office with friendly professionalism and respectful interactions internally and externally; maintain and cultivate responsive and professional relationships with C-suite level executive coordinator support team. Maintains files and updates them as needed. Completes business transaction processing for the CFO including review/approval of travel expense reports and check requests. Maintains list of contacts to facilitate communication/engagement and handle outgoing correspondence. Acts independently and in supervisor's stead as requested, exercising independent judgment to identify and solve complex problems in support of the CFO. Ensures programmatic commitments, Conservancy policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance. Decisions may bind the organization financially or legally. Assists with the development of and work within a budget; negotiate and contract with vendors. Maintains confidentiality of frequently sensitive and emotionally charged information. May manage and implement multiple projects, including managing budget, setting deadlines and ensuring accountability. May manage or participate in complex negotiations. May supervise one or more administrative or professional staff, including training and professional development. Travels occasionally, working long and flexible hours, as needed. Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines. Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOUAre you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We're looking for someone with strong experience in working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience managing, arranging, and directing high level administrative tasks to provide direct support to an executive team member. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team! The ideal candidate will have all or some of the qualifications. If you don't have all of them, please apply anyway and tell us about your skills and experience: Bachelor's degree preferred, plus at least 5 - 7 years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, including at least 4 years providing support to C-suite level executives. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. They should have the ability to produce or improve presentations, spreadsheets, and draft communications. Competence with setting up and troubleshooting virtual meeting technology, including ensuring CFO and participants are on video, showing presentations, and other required technology as needed. Experience with coordinating meetings on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook calendar scheduling. Ability to navigate and engage with executive leadership and executive support team members. Ability to coordinate and schedule with a variety of CFO contacts timely and efficiently. Pro-active mindset to take on additional tasks when required. Ability to manage and implement complex processes and diverse activities. Aptitude to work in partnership with others in a collaborative role. Demonstrated ability to conceive and write creatively for various audiences. Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing and implementing multiple projects. Experience negotiating agreements. Interest and experience in working at a global non-profit organization. Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.WHAT YOU'LL BRING Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 2 years providing direct administrative support to a C-suite Level Executive. Experience with organizational and administrative skills and strong attention to detail. Experience with organizing time, manage diverse activities, and meeting critical deadlines. Experience understanding and interpreting policies and procedures as well as applying them with consistency. Experience coordinating and scheduling with a variety of CFO contacts. Experience taking on additional tasks when required. Experience with MS Office and use of the Internet. Experience managing diverse activities and coordinating the schedule and contacts of executive(s). Experience working with a wide range of people, such as board of directors, donors, volunteers, and/or all levels of staff. Experience working with cross-functional teams.WHAT WE BRINGSince 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world! TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.SALARY INFORMATIONThe starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $95,450.00 - $101,200.00 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.APPLY NOWTo apply for job ID 55055, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected] Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible. Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.PDN-9be3679a-ac09-48ac-add0-3dbe54968ff2

JOB SUMMARY:The Global Manager, Advanced Research and Applications is responsible for the overall management of delivering solutions and infrastructure to the strategic Commercial Research segment. The role is managing the Strategic Clinical Managers team and the Sr Research Network Coordinator.This position fosters and accelerates the established partnerships between leading clinicians, researchers and scientists at ZEISS globally to explore and shape solutions in ophthalmology and systemic diseases.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:• Define strategy for the Advanced Research and Applications team supporting the global strategy• Manage Regional Strategic Clinical Managers and Sr Research Network Coordinator; includes driving initiatives, mentoring, skills development• Initiate and drive collaborations internally and externally; includes team support on customers issues and SSCs relations• Manage, supervise and align research and collaboration agreements with legal team• Collaborate with the Sr Project Manager Adv Research and Applications to align on ideas, pilot studies and publication drafts• Leverage research outcomes and ideas into ZEISS portfolio and solutions; includes algorithms, software and hardware features• Support Global Marketing to establish downstream marketing strategy; includes tradeshow and users' group meetings activities and organizationREQUIREMENTS:• BS/BA required.• Minimum of three (3) years functional management experience• Minimum six (6) years operational experience, medical device industry preferred• Excellent oral presentation and written communications skills• Good analytical skills and ability to manage and work cross-functionallySPECIAL DEMANDS:Available to travel over weekends and holidays, including domestic and international (25%).Ability to work in a multi-cultural business environment, foreign language skills is desirable.Ability to lift and move products (up to 50 lbs).Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:Jo Anne Mittelman