At the Tom James Company, an Assistant supports our sales team members, store leaders, and key organizational leaders in fulfilling our mission to be a global leader in the fashion industry. An Assistant is a valued member of the Tom James sales support team.
We currently have a part-time opening in our New York, NY office to assist a clothing sales professional with a significant social media presence. The position is for 17 hours per week at $23.00 per hour. Benefits include a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan.
This is a fully on-site, in-person position.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with filming weekly video content both in the office as well as out and about in the city with sales professional with 100k+ followers
- Editing short-form videos twice a week using CapCut
- Scheduling posts for IG and TikTok
- Maintaining a system for keeping track of all inventory, as well as timelines for orders in process
- Prepping clothing to be delivered and assuring quality of all arriving inventory
- Work with CRM and order system to assist with alterations and returns, as well as order and payment entry
- Interface with factories on a regular basis
- Arranging pick-ups and deliveries with clients
- Creating efficient processes for communication and organization
Social Media Editing and Management (33%)
Administrative Support & Inventory Management (67%)
Maintaining a professional image in keeping with the company brand
A successful candidate fits the following criteria:
- Familiarity with CapCut, TikTok, & Instagram
- Excellent organizational & time management skills
- Motivated problem solver who is comfortable being flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
- Experience with Google Suite, Slack and Asana (or similar task-management tool) a plus
- Able to bend and lift 30 lbs
- Comfortable with out-of-office errands
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