Who we are
Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.
Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.
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About the role:
As an Executive Assistant at Samsara, you will play a pivotal role in supporting an executive in our R&D organization. This position demands a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive professional capable of managing multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
You should apply if:
- You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
- You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
- You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
- You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.
Click here to learn more about Samsara's cultural philosophy.
In this role, you will:
- Calendar Management: Efficiently manage and coordinate the VPs' calendars, schedule meetings, and appointments while anticipating conflicts and handling them with discretion.
- Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the VPs and internal/external stakeholders. Manage communication, including emails, phone calls, and department-wide announcements.
- Meeting Coordination: Organize and prepare for meetings, including gathering documents, preparing agendas, and taking minutes. Facilitate video conferences and teleconferences as needed.
- Travel Arrangements: Coordinate travel itineraries, accommodations, and other logistics for business trips.
- Expense Management: Handle expense reports and budget tracking for the VPs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Confidentiality: Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion with sensitive company and employee information.
- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably within a technology or R&D department.
- Proficiency in Google suite of tools (gcal, gmail, gdocs, gslides, etc) and familiarity with other business technologies (zoom, expense tools, etc…).
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
An ideal candidate also has:
- Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- High level of professionalism and integrity.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems. We are committed to increasing diversity across our team and ensuring that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.
Benefits
Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more. Take a look at our Benefits site to learn more.
Accommodations
Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
Flexible Working
At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.
Fraudulent Employment Offers
Samsara is aware of scams involving fake job interviews and offers. Please know we do not charge fees to applicants at any stage of the hiring process. Official communication about your application will only come from emails ending in ‘@samsara.com’ or ‘@us-greenhouse-mail.io’. For more information regarding fraudulent employment offers, please visit our blog post here.