Job Description

Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Wayne-Sanderson Farms] | Full-Time | Onsite in Oakwood Georgia

Who we are:

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is the 3rd largest poultry producer in the US with 24 locations located in the Southeastern United States with Corporate office location in the heart of the Poultry Industry in Oakwood Georgia. With 27,000 strong employees we pride ourselves in the core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship and Excellence.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly professional, proactive, and resourceful Executive Assistant to support our Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Information Officer (CIO) and other assigned leaders. This is not just an administrative role—it is a trusted partnership. The Executive Assistant will be an integral part of the team’s daily effectiveness, serving as a gatekeeper, sounding board, and proactive facilitator of priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

If you are an independent thinker who thrives on staying five steps ahead of those you support, love solving problems before they arise, and are energized by supporting a high-impact executive team, this opportunity is for you.

What You’ll Do:

✔ Strategic Calendar & Meeting Management

• Manage Outlook calendars with discretion and foresight—ensuring top priorities are scheduled, aligned, and protected
• Independently evaluate meeting requests and proactively adjust as needed to meet shifting priorities
• Coordinate complex internal and external meetings, including agendas, logistics, and materials for both departmental meetings and board meetings.

✔ Communication & Confidential Support

• Serve as liaison between assigned leaders and internal/external stakeholders—knowing when to redirect, escalate, or resolve on their behalf
• Draft, review, and send executive-level communication with clarity, accuracy, and professionalism
• Monitor and prioritize emails and correspondence, ensuring timely follow-up and responses
• Represent assigned leaders with tact, diplomacy, and absolute confidentiality

✔ Project Coordination & Follow-Up

• Proactively track key projects and initiatives, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met
• Independently coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather updates and move priorities forward
• Maintain awareness of key initiatives, people, and timelines to serve as an extension of assigned leaders in action and mindset, proactively asking questions when necessary

✔ Travel, Reporting & Special Projects

• Arrange travel and itineraries, ensuring efficient and seamless experiences
• Prepare expense reports, manage departmental purchases, and track budget items as needed
• Create and edit presentations, spreadsheets, reports, and visual materials for internal and external use
• Attend select meetings to take notes, document action items, and ensure deliverables are completed accordingly

What You Bring:

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting a senior executive, preferably in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel); comfort working with data, visuals, and presentations
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to independently prioritize, pivot, and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
• Confidence and discretion when handling confidential information
• High emotional intelligence, professional presence, and adaptability when interacting with executives, stakeholders, and cross-functional partners
• A strong sense of ownership, accountability, and initiative—someone who proactively anticipates rather than reacts

Success in This Role Looks Like:

• Building a high-trust partnership with the assigned leaders grounded in confidentiality, communication, and accountability
• Acting as an extension of assigned leaders by making informed decisions, strategically managing time and access, and proactively solving problems
• Being a constant, composed, and highly capable behind the scenes force supporting both the strategic and day-to-day demands of assigned leaders

Why Join Us:

This role offers the opportunity to support decision-making and leadership in a large, purpose-driven organization. You'll work alongside a collaborative team, contribute meaningfully to executive priorities within a supportive and high-performance culture. Benefits are available as of Day 1 including: medical, dental, vision, paid vacation and 401K along with many other perks.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS :

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time

• Ability to lift and carry packages up to 50 pounds

• Ability to move about the office and perform repetitive tasks

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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