Job Description

Administrative Assistant Role 

Are you an experienced professional ready to make a change in the world? Does combating the global plastic waste crisis excite you? 

We are looking for someone who shares our passion, drive, and commitment to be leaders in the sustainable packaging industry. If you are an idealist who loves to make a positive impact, work hard, and is eager to lead a revolution - then keep reading. 

WHO YOU ARE

You are an innately positive individual who enjoys creating environments that run efficiently and smoothly. Your optimism, transparency, and desire to continuously improve are at the core of how you operate in business. You are a motivated overachiever who enjoys solving problems and creating solutions. 

You actively seek opportunities to increase productivity and organization. Your role is integral to the growth and scalability of Verity, so together we can help lead progressive companies to a more sustainable future.

WHO WE ARE

VERITY is redefining the future of packaging to eliminate plastic waste in beauty. We design, manufacture, and distribute refillable luxe metal containers for the beauty industry. VERITY’s components are thoughtfully designed to be reused for years, then actually get recycled in the current recycling infrastructure.

VERITY’s vessels elevate the user experience and aesthetics to deliver sustainability without compromise. We are here to end the reliance on single-use plastics in the industry and make circular packaging a reality. VERITY is also woman-owned and committed to an ethical supply chain. 

We pride ourselves on our nimble team of passionate individuals looking to change the world. Everyone at VERITY brings something unique to the table. We have cultivated a company of thinkers, do-ers, makers, and believers, so if that sounds like you, you’d be a great fit!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Oversee office systems, coordinate repairs, and maintain necessary office supplies
• Ship sales samples and manage warehouse inventory to ensure accuracy and availability
• Manage International Freight Schedule per company’s defined process, and identify opportunities to save time/money
• Organize and maintain Verity shared online drives for accuracy, relevance, efficiency, and ease of use
• Maintain office supply stock and order supplies as needed for all departments
• Serve as primary contact for incoming calls and emails, and assist with routine outbound documentation and client-facing forms
• Implement scheduled or systemized marketing actions as assigned and asset creation coordination with designers
• Identify ways to ensure Verity’s continuous alignment with core values, mission, and culture 

WHAT YOU HAVE

• High school diploma. 
• BS/BA in business, office administration or relevant field preferred
• Detail-oriented professional with excellent prioritization, organizational, and time management skills
• Positive, can-do attitude grounded in honesty, discretion, and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Thrives in fast-paced, time-sensitive office environments
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Strong critical thinking and independent judgment in performing administrative and advanced clerical duties
• Technically adept with the ability to quickly learn new systems, web-based platforms, and product knowledge
• Highly resourceful with proven ability to research and solve problems efficiently
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and budgeting
• Advanced proficiency in Google Suite, experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.); is a plus
• Experience working in small business environments
• Passionate about environmental sustainability and related initiatives

REPORTS TO 

This position reports directly to Verity CEO. This position is not remote and will report into our office in San Marcos, CA. 

APPLICATION

To apply, vist our website and submit your application. Submit your resume and Cover Letter in one PDF document. Please detail your experience - why you would be a good fit for the position and how you would add value to the company and overall mission. Geeking out on the circular economy or have some knowledge on sustainability? Feel free to dedicate a paragraph in your cover letter about what excites you the most about the environment or industry! We are looking for someone highly detail oriented - please include the phrase “go green” in the first paragraph of your cover letter.

Verity is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, genetics, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or nonbinary or nonconformity and/or status as a trans individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, marital, parental and/or familial status, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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