What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant position at FleaNearMe?
Company Description FleaNearMe produces curated vintage and thrift markets across the Northeast, connecting leading vintage vendors with enthusiastic shoppers. The company focuses on elevated, community-centered events that highlight fashion, small businesses, and the broader vintage culture. Each market is designed to offer a distinctive shopping experience where independent vendors can thrive and customers can discover unique pieces. Team members contribute to events that celebrate sustainability, creativity, and local entrepreneurship.
Role Description The Assistant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Stamford, CT. This role supports market operations by helping coordinate event logistics, communicating with vendors, and assisting with pre-event setup and onsite breakdown. The Assistant will manage basic administrative tasks, such as scheduling, data entry, and responding to inquiries from vendors, partners, and shoppers. Daily responsibilities may include preparing event materials, monitoring inventory of supplies, and providing general support to the event management team to ensure smooth and well-organized markets. The role also involves being present at events to welcome guests, support vendor needs, and uphold FleaNearMe’s standard for an engaging, professional atmosphere.
Qualifications
Role Description The Assistant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Stamford, CT. This role supports market operations by helping coordinate event logistics, communicating with vendors, and assisting with pre-event setup and onsite breakdown. The Assistant will manage basic administrative tasks, such as scheduling, data entry, and responding to inquiries from vendors, partners, and shoppers. Daily responsibilities may include preparing event materials, monitoring inventory of supplies, and providing general support to the event management team to ensure smooth and well-organized markets. The role also involves being present at events to welcome guests, support vendor needs, and uphold FleaNearMe’s standard for an engaging, professional atmosphere.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and time management skills to support event planning, logistics coordination, and daily administrative tasks.
- Customer service and communication skills to interact professionally with vendors, shoppers, and partners in person, by email, and by phone.
- Ability to work on-site, including some weekends or extended hours during events, and to assist with physical tasks such as event setup and breakdown.
- Attention to detail and reliability in maintaining schedules, tracking information, and following processes to support smooth market operations.
- Interest in vintage fashion, small business, and community-focused events; prior experience in retail, events, or hospitality is a plus.
- Basic proficiency with office software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, shared documents) and willingness to learn new tools used for event management.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in events, marketing, or business administration is beneficial.