Business Manager / Right Hand to Owner (Teaneck)

Business Manager / Right-Hand to Owner – Retail Operations + Business Development (Teaneck, NJ) Location: Teaneck, NJ Schedule: Full-Time (5½ Days per Week, including ½ Day Saturday) Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 per year (depending on experience and performance) About the Role I’m looking for a hands-on, entrepreneurial Business Manager who can take ownership of our Retail Operation and help drive sales and business development for both Retail and our home renovation company, Atlantic Pro. This is a small-office, fast-moving, hustle environment (2–3 people). You’ll work directly with the owner and leadership team, managing day-to-day operations, improving performance, and helping bring in new business. If you like variety, responsibility, and learning every aspect of running a small business — this is the role for you. Key Responsibilities 🍓 Edible Arrangements – Store Operations Learn and manage day-to-day production, customer service, and team scheduling Oversee quality control, order accuracy, and delivery coordination Train and motivate staff, ensuring smooth daily operations Handle customer issues with professionalism and care 💼 Business Development & Sales (Edible + Atlantic Pro) Drive new business through local outreach, follow-ups, and partnerships Develop community and corporate relationships for catering, gifts, and renovation leads Assist in light marketing, networking, and brand presence Track leads, follow through on opportunities, and help close deals 📊 Finance & Executive Admin Assist with QuickBooks, bill pay, budgeting, and cash flow tracking Communicate with vendors, lenders, and partners Support the owner with executive-level organization and project follow-up Help bring structure, accountability, and leadership to the small team Who You Are Entrepreneurial and hands-on — you like learning by doing Comfortable managing people and operations Great communicator and problem solver Organized and disciplined with follow-through Financially literate (QuickBooks experience a plus) Passionate about small business, growth, and customer relationships Why This Role You’ll be at the center of two small, growing businesses, working directly with the owner on operations, sales, and strategy. This role is ideal for someone who wants to learn, lead, and grow long-term — not just “have a job.” To Apply: Send a brief email about yourself, your small-business or management experience, and why this opportunity fits you. Attach a resume if available.