Part Time
$5/hour
20
Mar 31, 2026
Executive Operations Manager (Founder’s Right Hand)
Remote
You work directly with the founder to run operations across an e-commerce brand and service business.
Your role is to take ownership of systems, projects, and day-to-day execution so the business runs without constant input or follow-up.
This is not a task-based assistant role.
You are responsible for outcomes, not activity.
What You Own
Execution + Systems
-Turn ideas into clear action plans with timelines and owners
-Build and maintain simple, effective systems (Notion, Asana, Google Sheets)
-Create and update SOPs so work is repeatable and scalable
E-commerce Operations (Village Thrive)
-Update and maintain Shopify, Etsy, Faire listings
-Track inventory and product status
-Support product launches and restocks
-Ensure product data is accurate, complete, and organized
Project & Timeline Management
-Run projects from start to finish
-Coordinate tea
-Follow up proactively and close loops
Reporting + Insights
-Create weekly reports across sales, operations, and projects
-Highlight what matters: what’s working, what’s off, what needs attention
-Provide recommendations and next steps
Communication
-Communicate clearly with customers, clients, vendors, and partners
-Represent the founder in day-to-day operations when needed
You move work forward.
You close loops.
You do not wait to be told what to do next.
What Success Looks Like
-The founder does not need to track tasks or follow up
-Projects move forward on time without reminders
S-ystems are clean, simple, and consistently used
-Reports are clear, actionable, and drive decisions
-Problems are identified early and handled proactively
Required Experience
- 3+ years supporting a business owner or operator
- 2+ years managing projects or coordinating teams
-Experience in e-commerce (Shopify, Etsy, Faire or similar)
-Experience building or improving systems and workflows
-Experience working with international or English-speaking clients
Required Skills
-Fluent written and spoken English
-Strong organization and attention to detail
-High ownership and follow-through
-Ability to prioritize and make decisions independently
-Comfortable working with incomplete information
-Clear, direct communication
Ideal Candidate
-Has worked in a fast-moving small business or startup
-Understands both structure and flexibility
-Can think, d
-Cares about doing things well, not just getting them done
Application Instructions
-Include a short Loom (2–3 minutes) walking through a system or workflow you built or improved
-Include one example of a report you created
-Title your application: “Operator – [Your Name]”