Description
This role is a high-impact, hands-on position designed to serve as the Founder & CEO's right hand. While titled Executive Assistant, the role is not administrative-heavy in the traditional sense. Instead, this individual will support and execute a wide range of strategic, operational, and special projects at the direction of the CEO. The Executive Operations Assistant will work closely with internal teams - including production, logistics, and sales - as well as external stakeholders such as municipalities, suppliers, and grant administrators. This role requires someone who is adaptable, organized, intellectually curious, and comfortable operating in ambiguity. This position is based in Detroit, Michigan.
Key Responsibilities:
· Act as a trusted extension of the CEO, assisting with follow-through on priority initiatives and special projects
· Translate high-level direction into action items, project plans, and execution
· Assist with research, analysis, and preparation of materials related to business initiatives and opportunities
· Support grant research, applications, and documentation, including coordination with external agencies
· Assist with municipal engagement related to land acquisition, expansion opportunities, and regulatory coordination
· Participate in new supplier setup, onboarding, and coordination efforts
· Work cross-functionally with production, logistics, and sales teams on CEO-driven priorities
· Track progress and ensure accountability across multiple concurrent initiatives
Administrative & Office Support (Secondary)
· Manage light calendar coordination for the CEO as needed
· Handle incoming mail and general office coordination
· Provide ad-hoc administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Requirements
Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree preferred; experience and capability are more important than formal education
· Strong organizational and project coordination skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
· Comfortable working with executives, frontline teams, and external partners
· Highly adaptable, resourceful, and able to operate with changing priorities
· Strong attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture
Nice to have:
· Exposure to manufacturing, food processing, agriculture, or consumer packaged goods
· Experience working with grants, government agencies, or municipalities
· Background supporting a founder or senior executive in a growing business
· Familiarity with supplier onboarding, logistics, or operations
Working Style & Environment
· In-office role within a founder-led, fast-moving organization
· High visibility and direct access to the CEO
· Ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and learning different aspects of the business
· Opportunity to grow responsibilities over time as the company continues to scale
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