Operations & Partnerships Manager The House of Ascent Short Hills, NJ Job Details Part-time | Full-time | Contract $18 - $25 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Employee discount Referral program Qualifications Customer communication Packing Attention to detail Problem-solving Materials handling Community relationship building Strategic partnerships Full Job Description The House of Ascent The House of Ascent is looking for a hands-on, organized, and resourceful manager to help keep our daily operations running smoothly. This role blends product assembly, order fulfillment, small-business partnerships, customer service, and general business support. It's a great fit for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and is comfortable working regularly with fragrances and scented products. What You'll Do Product Assembly & Order Fulfillment Assemble, label, and prepare products featured on The House of Ascent website, including Candles, Reed Diffusers, Room Mists, Perfume Oil Roll-Ons, Eau de Toilette, Body Lotions, and Hand Soaps. Prepare individual products and collection orders, such as the Root Collection, Heart Collection, and Crown Collection , as well as personalized scent orders. Check each order for the correct fragrance, product, size, quantity, and label. Package products carefully to protect bottles, containers, and other components during shipping while maintaining a polished presentation. Prepare shipping labels, coordinate shipments, track orders, and help resolve delivery issues. Organize inventory, fragrance materials, product components, and packaging supplies, and flag when items need to be reordered. Keep the workspace clean and organized, following established product-handling and safety procedures. Small-Business Partnerships Build relationships with local businesses and identify opportunities for collaborations, cross-promotions, events, and gifting partnerships. Reach out to potential partners, introduce The House of Ascent, and coordinate meetings and follow-ups. Help organize partnership orders, product samples, promotional materials, and event details. Follow through on commitments and maintain positive, ongoing relationships. Daily Business Support Respond to customer questions about products, fragrances, orders, and gifting options. Learn the product collection and scent profiles to help customers and partners make informed selections. Support pop-ups, events, product launches, and marketing activities. Handle general administrative tasks, scheduling, and vendor coordination. Work closely with the owner to prioritize tasks, improve processes, and support the business as it grows. What You'll Bring Comfort working in a fragrance-rich environment , with regular exposure to scented products and fragrance materials during preparation, packing, and customer interactions. An interest in fragrances and a willingness to learn scent names, product formats, and handling procedures. Strong organization, attention to detail, and reliable follow-through. A willingness to do hands-on, repetitive assembly and packing work alongside planning and coordination. Clear, friendly communication with customers, vendors, and business partners. The ability to manage several priorities and adapt when needs change. A proactive approach to solving problems and learning new tasks. Comfort using email, spreadsheets, and basic inventory, shipping, and order-management tools. Experience in a small business, retail, product assembly, fulfillment, or partnerships is helpful. Who Will Thrive Here You enjoy being part of a small business where every day looks a little different. You take pride in a carefully prepared product, a thoughtfully packed order, and a strong business relationship. You can work independently, stay connected to the team, and pitch in wherever needed to help The House of Ascent grow. How to Apply Visit The House of Ascent to explore our products. Send your résumé and a short note about why you'd be a good fit to

Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Referral program

Work Location:

In person