Chief of Staff to Founder of E-commerce Company

We are currently seeking a dynamic Chief of Staff to support the founder and CEO of an AI-driven e-commerce company based in Los Angeles. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a systems-minded operator who thrives in a fast-paced, startup culture. This position plays a critical role in amplifying executive effectiveness, improving internal operations, and helping the leadership team move faster and smarter. You will be a strategic thought partner to the CEO while also managing day-to-day workflows, from office operations to team communications.

Requirements:

• Tech-savvy, startup-experienced operator with 5+ years supporting senior leadership
• Systems thinker who creates leverage through automation and process design
• Proactive and curious; comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving upstream problems
• Comfortable balancing structure with flexibility in a flat, high-expectation culture
• Obsessed with impact, efficiency, and meaningful work
• Track record of creating self-sustaining systems and workflows
• High attention to detail and emotional intelligence
• Experience in a tech, AI, or e-commerce environment is ideal

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the CEO on key initiatives, decisions, and planning cycles
• Maintain and optimize day-to-day office operations and environment
• Liaise with vendors, coordinate facilities, and manage operational budgets
• Create executive dashboards, prep materials, and post-meeting follow-ups
• Conduct market research and synthesize insights into actionable next steps
• Document, refine, and implement SOPs across the organization
• Support internal communications and knowledge management
• Plan team events, celebrations, and offsites
• Help ensure alignment and flow across teams as the company scales

Schedule: On-site, early start hours 7AM – 3PM with flexibility

Compensation: Up to $150K+ BOE, unlimited PTO, healthcare coverage, equity, profit sharing, etc.

Location: Santa Monica, CA