Full-Time

Executive Assistant to Procurement Vice Presidents

Posted on 12/8/2024

Western Digital

Western Digital

10,001+ employees

Provides data storage solutions and services

Data & Analytics
Hardware

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Milpitas, CA, USA

Ability to work in Milpitas and San Jose offices as needed.

Category
Executive Support
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Required Skills
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent work experience required) and 5+ years of experience as an assistant supporting VP-level executives
  • Proficient with PC/Mac and Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams)
  • Ability to work in Milpitas and San Jose offices as needed
Responsibilities
  • Extensive calendar management, including prioritizing and arranging meetings, workshops, appointments and conferences in the US
  • Coordinate complex logistics for travel by developing itineraries, booking domestic and international flights, arranging transportation and accommodation. Process Passports and Visas
  • Provide vacation coverage for other EA’s as needed
  • Coordination of staff activities such as regular one-on-ones, staff and all hands meetings, including capture and tracking of action items and follow-ups. Planning and coordination of offsite events
  • Manage a wide range of administrative and executive related tasks, including drafting routine correspondence and organizing/maintaining electronic files, updating distribution lists, onboarding new hires, creating/updating organizational charts, expense approvals, creating PR/PO and coordinate AV and IT requirements for video conference
  • Reconcile expenses in a timely manner adhering to WD’s global expense policies
  • Anticipate needs and identify problems proactively, looking around corners for solutions and using existing resources in problem-solving
  • Assist with formatting, editing and consolidation of presentations and other office documents
  • Interact regularly and build relationships with executives and colleagues across various teams
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently, but take direction with positive attitude

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$927.9M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rising demand for edge computing boosts need for compact storage solutions.
  • 5G technology expansion increases opportunities for high-capacity storage solutions.
  • AI and machine learning growth drives demand for high-performance storage solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Patent infringement issues could lead to financial penalties and reputational damage.
  • Technological advancements may outpace Western Digital's innovation, risking market share loss.

What makes Western Digital unique

  • Western Digital offers high-capacity HDDs, including a record-breaking 32TB model.
  • The company provides diverse storage solutions, from NAS to hyper-converged infrastructure.
  • Western Digital's JetStor brand is known for cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays.

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Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan