Coordinator – Operations, Sales and Finance Support – ACTIVE

Job Application Code:  003778 (add this to the application form)

Shift: Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM AEST –  Melbourne, Victoria (30 min lunch break)

Role Overview:

This position is a broad-ranging virtual assistant role supporting the Founder across operations, sales administration, and finance. The primary objective is to ensure continuity and reliability across key business workflows – initially by transitioning responsibilities from an outgoing team member and then evolving into a trusted operational support function.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, process-driven, and proactive in managing tasks independently. A genuine interest in health and wellness is highly regarded. The role is expected to reduce founder involvement in routine administration, enabling strategic focus on business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Operations
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Order Processing

  • Receive retailer orders via email and enter accurately into QuickBooks
  • Create picking slips in Excel using the 3PL warehouse template
  • Email order picking slips to the 3PL warehouse by the 11:00 AM daily deadline
  • Send order confirmations and invoices to customers via QuickBooks and Email
     

Demand Planning & Production Scheduling Support

  • Assist with demand forecasting inputs and tracking against sales data
  • Support production scheduling coordination, flagging lead time risks to the founder
  • Maintain planning trackers and update data regularly to support decision-making

Supplier Management & Purchase Orders

  • Manage purchase order creation, tracking (using the 3PL Tracking document), and follow-up with suppliers
  • Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery timelines, and discrepancies
  • Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation in Google Drive

Inventory Management & Reporting

  • Monitor inventory levels (using the weekly stock on hand report) and provide regular reporting to the founder
  • Flag low-stock risks
  • Maintain organised inventory records across internal systems

 

Customer Service

  • Manage inbound customer enquiries via the Shopify website (product questions, subscriptions, order enquiries/issues)
  • Respond using the company FAQ and internal product training materials
  • Escalate complex issues to the founder as required
  • Contribute to improving FAQ documentation based on recurring questions
  • Manage and organise the shared sales inbox, including folder creation and inbox management

 

Finance
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Bookkeeping

  • Manage invoicing workflows in QuickBooks, including creating and sending invoices
  • Perform monthly transaction reconciliation and maintain accurate financial records
  • Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices to support cash flow
  • Send overdue invoice reminders to retailers

Reporting

  • Run sales reports and other financial reports from QuickBooks as required
  • Prepare and organise financial data to support monthly reporting and founder presentations
  • Maintain reporting templates and ensure data accuracy prior to meetings

 

Sales
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Account Management Support

  • Assist with retailer account administration and communication
  • Track account activity and flag any issues or opportunities for follow-up
  • Support field sales activities and prepare materials as required

Order Entry

  • Accurately enter all sales orders into QuickBooks and relevant platforms
  • Ensure order details are confirmed with customers and documented correctly
  • Amazon Vendor Central experience is advantageous; training will be provided if needed

 

Promotional Planning Support

  • Assist with the coordination and tracking of promotional campaigns
  • Maintain promotional calendars and ensure relevant stakeholders are kept informed
  • Support data preparation for promotional performance review

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Take ownership of workflows transitioned from the outgoing team member, ensuring seamless continuity
  • Capture and document processes during transition to strengthen internal SOPs
  • Maintain organised records across Google Drive and all internal systems
  • Identify inconsistencies or gaps in existing processes and raise them proactively
  • Communicate regularly with the founder: provide updates, seek early clarification, and flag issues promptly
  • Support calendar management and email organisation for the founder as required
  • Assist with additional administrative and operational tasks as the business grows

SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY

System / Tool Requirement

  • QuickBooks Essential
  • Shopify Preferred (training provided)
  • Google Drive / Gmail Essential
  • Microsoft Excel Essential
  • Google Chat Essential
  • Amazon Vendor Central Preferred (training provided)
  • Internal FAQ & SOP Documentation Essential

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Essential

  • Demonstrated experience in an administrative, operations, or sales coordination role
  • Solid bookkeeping skills with hands-on QuickBooks experience
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy across financial and operational tasks
  • High proficiency in Excel and Google Workspace tools
  • Excellent written communication skills in English
  • Reliable, self-managed, and able to meet daily deadlines (including the 11 AM order processing cut-off)
  • Comfortable working independently
  • Process-oriented with the ability to document and follow SOPs

Preferred

  • Experience with Shopify order management or e-commerce platforms
  • Familiarity with Amazon Vendor Central
  • Background in FMCG, health & wellness, or consumer goods industries
  • Experience supporting demand planning, inventory management, or supplier coordination
  • Personal interest in health, wellness, and organic products

KEY ATTRIBUTES

  • Proactive communicator — raises issues early rather than waiting for direction
  • Highly organised with strong time management skills
  • Adaptable and comfortable across both financial and operational tasks
  • Dependable and consistent — takes ownership of their responsibilities
  • Solutions-focused mindset with a willingness to improve processes
  • Collaborative and relationship-oriented, supporting a small business environment

Key Attributes:

  • Proactive
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills in both written and verbal
  • Highly Organised
  • Works well in any team environment
  • Reliable – can work autonomously

Minimum Technical Requirements:

Internet Speed: Download: Minimum 50MBPS, Upload: Minimum 20MBPS (will be checked live during your Zoom interview)

Computer Specs: 16GB RAM computer (Windows OS or M1/M2 Mac).

Back up internet (a MUST): Fast internet and Mobile Data (Personal Hotspot)

How to submit your application:

Make sure to attach and submit the following in our VA Application Form:

  • Link to Intro Video
  • Updated Resume
  • Profile image file
  • Link to portfolio

Click here to submit your application

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