Business Operations Associate (Part-Time)

About Fyto

At Fyto, we are partnering with farmers to build a sustainable food system at a global scale. Since launching out of MIT in 2019, we have developed an innovative technology platform that grows ultra-efficient, nutritious aquatic plants to feed people, plants, and animals. Our systems use much less energy, water, land, labor, and fertilizer than conventional approaches. Our momentum is due to our outstanding team and support from leading technology investors. Want to grow with us? We believe in helping you apply your talents in new and impactful ways. Join our team of engineers, scientists, and agri-business professionals to create solutions to today’s most pressing challenges. 

About the Role

We are seeking a part-time (2-3 days per week) Business Operations Associate to work closely with our CEO and leadership team to support operational efficiency, promote a positive employee experience, and to assume key administrative tasks. We are a start-up company and therefore the most important attributes for prospective candidates are flexibility, a can do attitude, and organizational skills. This position will be based in Petaluma and is hybrid role (1 day / week minimum on site). Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and are subject to a background check.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Scheduling and coordination of key meetings and events with various stakeholders (customers, vendors, investors, new recruits etc)
• Assist the CEO in tracking to-do’s (light project management and follow up)
• Assist with travel arrangements (air, lodging, rental cars)
• Help maintain a fun and productive working environment and company culture
• Ensuring that our office and farm site are well stocked with snacks and facility needs
• Sort, process and distribute mail (ensuring high priority financial mail is immediately brought to Finance Lead and CEO)
• Route invoices and coordinate w/Finance Lead on payment
• Handle light shipping & receiving needs 
• Maintain centralized database with key account information
• Assist Head of People Operations with Onboarding 
• Support team / culture / hiring events with logistics, food orders, etc
• (Nice to have) Experience with updating social media

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience working in an office environment
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing startup environment (flexible, can do attitude!)
• Strong ownership mentality and ability to drive and complete multiple tasks
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges
• Strong organizational, collaboration and communication skills
• Experience with standard word processing and spreadsheet programs (such as Microsoft Office Suite or Google Docs) 

Benefits

Salary range: $30-35/hour depending on experience. This is a part-time role and as such is not eligible for company benefits.

FYTO is committed to equal opportunity and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. FYTO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its recruitment processes and employment practices.

Fyto does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, or Fyto employees. Fyto is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.