R&D Department Assistant

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

THE ROLE

For our R&D Department in our plant in Montecchio Maggiore (VI), with more than 800 employees, we are looking for a Department Assistant who provides assistance and coordination support to the organization in general for all R&D initiatives connected with internal activities.

Must have the ability to work under pressure, demonstrate active listening and exhibit organizational skills. This is a demanding and diverse role that includes a mix of administrative tasks, project coordination and creative work.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Collecting data: assisting R&D Leader in collecting and analyzing R&D Project data and drafting reports (i.e. budget monitoring); collecting company data for survey ISTAT answering.
• Point of contact for orders and shipment activities: supporting R&D managers in issuing and opening new orders through the company ERP and managing requests to Shipment and/or Customer Service for the issuance of documents for sample shipments.
• Validity check of technical standards for Montecchio Maggiore site and linked archive/register activities.
• Updating Data in the ERP (i.e. code/revision of drawings or Instruction manuals) following ECN
• Requests for component and/or finished product withdrawals for the Electronics Laboratory and inventory management at the relevant RDLAB location
• Organizing logistics for other Xylem employees visiting Company (book meeting rooms, coffee break).

Key Competencies:

• Breaking Down Complexity
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Cross-boundary Collaboration
• Inspiring Accountability

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma as a minimum in Accounting/Economics
• Previous experience in Assistant role is considered a plus
• Ability to prioritize activity and planning
• Fluent Italian
• Fluent in English
• High level of discretion and confidentiality

LOCATION: Montecchio Maggiore (VI)

CONTRACT: Permanent – Full time

BENEFITS: Company bonus and company canteen

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.