Executive Assistant & Office Manager

Executive Assistant & Office Manager

For 95 years, Boelter has been helping our customers create unforgettable experiences. Our focus is to provide unparalleled service and high-quality products. Boelter takes your best and makes it even better.

Boelter participates in every aspect of the restaurant supply, hospitality, and beverage industries. From designing commercial kitchens to delivering barware supplies, from installing food service equipment to staging the perfect tabletop - with our full spectrum of services and products - we bring inspiration to the table.

Location: Pewaukee, Wisconsin

Belong to the Boelter community that brings people together...

We value the individual where your unique perspective builds a stronger community and fuels our passion for authentic relationships.

About the Role

At Boelter, we believe in creating positive experiencesfor our associates, our customers, and our community. As our Executive Assistant & Office Manager, you will serve as a trusted partner to our owners and senior leadership team, while also leading the planning and execution of events that showcase our brand and strengthen our culture. This is a highly visible role at the heart of our businessperfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of executive support, operational excellence, and event management.

What You'll Do

Executive Partnership & Support

• Drive organization, communication and scheduling for the owners to maximize executive focus on top business priorities. Manage calendars, travel, expenses and high-level communications with precision, discretion, and proactive problem-solving.
• Support senior executives and sales leaders in preparing materials and logistics for board meetings, customer and supplier engagements, internal leadership sessions, and other meetings as needed.
• Plan and execute group travel for leaders with proactive organization and communication.

Administrative & Office Leadership

• Implement and refine administrative systems, tools, and processes to improve efficiency across the organization.
• Manage budgets for administrative and business support functions, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
• Oversee relationships with vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and maintaining service excellence.
• Partner with HR and leadership to coordinate new associate onboarding schedules, delivering positive experiences.

Engagement Management

• Lead the planning and execution of all onsite and offsite meetings in collaboration with team members.
• Own tradeshow registrations and associated hotel and travel needs.
• Lead signature events, including the annual charity golf outing and national sales meeting ensuring alignment with brand and business goals.
• Oversee the Boelter swag store.
• Manage company season ticket allocation and work collaboratively with marketing to optimize engagement and value.

Culture & Community

• Lead the BeOne committee to help shape associate engagement initiatives.
• Act as Boelter's primary contact for local charities, leading annual giving programs and fostering strong community partnerships.
• Promote company culture by coordinating programs and activities that reinforce Boelter's values and mission.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in executive support or office operations. Some experience with event management preferred.
• Proven ability to juggle competing priorities, anticipate needs, and deliver with professionalism and discretion.
• Exceptional communication skillsclear, diplomatic, and confident in all interactions.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and embraces opportunities to jump in wherever needed, approaching new challenges and changing priorities with a positive attitude
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with project management or event platforms (e.g., Asana, Jira, Cvent, Eventbrite) a plus.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Leadership ability to guide support staff and cross-functional teams.

Why Join Boelter

At Boelter, you'll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and community impact. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with senior leadership, shape memorable events, and influence how we show up for our associates, customers, and community. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, and you're passionate about both precision and people, this is the role for you.

At Boelter, we care about our associates. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that are designed to promote and support total well-being for you and your family.

Associates working a minimum of 30 hours per week are eligible to enroll in our benefit programs. Coverage begins the first of the month following hire date for those that enroll in:

• Medical & Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending
• Health Savings Accounts
• Long-Term Disability
• Basic Life/AD&D
• Supplemental Life/AD&D

Short-Term Disability coverage is provided via salary continuation at a rate of 60% of your base salary. You are eligible for this coverage after one year of employment.

401(k) contributions can start as soon as the first payroll of employment and include a company match. You can also take advantage of Associate Perks immediately such as Paid Time Off and associate discounts at our stores.

We are proud to offer On Demand pay to their associates. Work today and get paid tomorrow! Boelter is committed to offering a robust benefits package and exciting work culture that makes it a great place to work! Wont you come join us?