Executive Assistant

Job Description: Executive Assistant to Founder – Business Expansion & Operations

Position: Executive Assistant – Business Expansion & Strategy

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: ahemdabad

Reports To: Founder / Managing Director

Role Overview

We are seeking a high-energy, execution-focused Executive Assistant to the Founder to act as a strategic right hand and business operator. In this role, you will not just manage schedules—you will directly drive business expansion, market entry, vendor partnerships, and operational scaling.

If you are a sharp, proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced growth environment and wants front-row exposure to running and expanding a business, this position is built for you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Expansion & Market Growth

* Market Research & Planning: Analyze new geographic markets, territory potential, and target customer segments for expansion.

* Lead Generation & Partnerships: Identify, connect, and negotiate with prospective B2B partners, distributors, interior designers, architects, and bulk clients.

* Vendor & Supply Chain Onboarding: Source, negotiate with, and onboard regional suppliers, manufacturers, and hardware partners to support scaling operations.

* Sales & Operations Alignment: Help execute regional go-to-market strategies and coordinate local marketing or promotional campaigns.

2. Strategic Project Management & Execution

* Project Tracking: Take ownership of key strategic initiatives from idea to completion, ensuring deadlines and performance targets are met.

* Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the liaison between the Founder, field staff, sales leads, assembly/installation teams, and external stakeholders.

* Process Standardization: Build standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key expansion functions (e.g., client onboarding, vendor evaluation, order tracking).

3. Founder Enablement & High-Level Operations

* Decision Support: Prepare data-backed briefings, market analysis reports, and strategic presentations for critical business decisions.

* Performance Monitoring: Track weekly and monthly sales KPIs, operational bottlenecks, and financial milestones.

* Priority Management: Screen incoming opportunities, manage high-stakes communication, and ensure the Founder’s time stays focused on core growth activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

* Experience: 2–5 years of experience in business development, management consulting, project management, operations, or as an EA handling strategic responsibilities.

* Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Marketing, or a related field (MBA is a plus, but proven execution ability matters most).

* Skills & Competencies:

* Ownership Mindset: Takes end-to-end accountability without needing constant hand-holding.

* Negotiation & Business Acumen: Able to evaluate contracts, negotiate vendor terms, and convert B2B leads.

* Analytical & Data Skills: Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets, report creation, and metric tracking.

* Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English and [Local Language].

* Adaptability: Comfortable stepping into diverse roles—from desk research to field meetings.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

* Speed and execution quality of business expansion projects.

* Conversion rate and revenue contribution from new B2B/vendor partnerships created.

* Operational bottlenecks identified and resolved across sales and supply chain.

* Time saved for the Founder on strategic decision-making and business execution.

What We Offer

* Direct mentorship and daily working relationship with the Founder.

* Fast-track career path into strategic leadership or business operations roles.

* Competitive salary with performance-linked

incentives based on expansion metrics.