Executive Assistant

About the job
Executive Assistant

Location: Texas, USA (Remote) – South Africa/LATAM
Industry: E-commerce & Trading (multi-brand, strong growth trajectory)
Employment Model: Independent contractor | Full-time Salary: Competitive salary (USD) Start Date: As soon as possible
Time Zone: Flexible, CST/EST

Company Overview
Our client is a fast-scaling e-commerce and trading company, projected to reach $10M in revenue this year. The company has a growing global team and are excited to bring on another forward thinker into the pack..
Team Culture: Fast-moving, growth-oriented, and global. The company values proactive, trustworthy, detail-oriented professionals who can scale alongside the business.
Role Overview
As the Executive Assistant, you will play a key role in managing business operations and supporting the founder directly. The role requires someone who can think critically, execute with precision, and support both administrative and e-commerce functions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage founder’s calendar, scheduling, travel, and inbox
Oversee workflows, task management, and follow-ups across multiple projects/brands
Support e-commerce operations (Amazon, Shopify, email campaigns, etc.)
Conduct research, prepare reports, and manage documentation
Act as a detail-oriented gatekeeper, ensuring accuracy and reliability in deliverables

Hard Skills Required
4-8 years prior EA experience supporting founders/CEOs
E-commerce familiarity (Amazon/Shopify/email marketing exposure preferred)
Strong digital and organizational skills — SOP creation, reporting, and task management
Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office, and project management platforms
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight

Soft Skills Required
Extreme attention to detail (non-negotiable).
Proactive problem-solver and strong critical thinker.
Trustworthy, reliable, and mature presence.
Able to anticipate needs and think ahead rather than wait for instructions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Executive Assistant