Executive Business Manager, Harry's Inc.
Office of the CEO
$100-126k
+ Equity
Excel
Google Workspace
Mid and Senior level
New York
More information about location
3 days a week in office (SoHo, NY)
Harry’s, Flamingo, Cat Person, and Lumē
Open for applications
Harry’s, Flamingo, Cat Person, and Lumē
501-1000 employees
RetailLifestylePersonal healthManufacturingPetsConsumer GoodsD2CeCommerce
Open for applications
$100-126k
+ Equity
Excel
Google Workspace
Mid and Senior level
New York
More information about location
3 days a week in office (SoHo, NY)
501-1000 employees
RetailLifestylePersonal healthManufacturingPetsConsumer GoodsD2CeCommerce
Company mission
To Create Things People Like More through purpose-led brands, products, and experiences.
Role
Who you are
- You are proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite of products (or the Google Workspace equivalents); this means you’re comfortable building slides in PPT and performing basic formulas and skills in excel (e.g., pivot tables, vlook-ups, etc.)
- You’re exceptionally detail oriented: You are a perfectionist who never lets anything fall through the cracks. You close every loop, spot every error, and look around corners to make sure every detail is perfect
- You’re proactive: Some might call it pushy, but we just think you’re proactive. You’re always three steps ahead, and know how to manage senior executives to help them avoid pitfalls
- You possess foresight: If you had a superpower, it would be the ability to see (and plan) around corners. You know there’s a problem – and you know how to fix it – before anyone else
- You’re a creative problem solver: There’s no sticky situation that you can’t wiggle your way out of, and you always come to the table with solutions
- You’re a pro at multitasking: You have the ability to manage multiple initiatives and projects at the same time and can easily context switch and redirect attention based on shifting priorities
- You’re an excellent cross-functional project manager: You know what it takes to run a tight process, providing clear guidance, tracking towards deadlines, and working through people
- You’re a great communicator with an executive presence: You can communicate nuance effectively to anyone, and you know how to modify your tone and content based on who you’re speaking to. Whether it’s in an email, over the phone, or in person, you know how to get things done through your ability to clearly and professionally express yourself. You have experience with senior-level stakeholders and investors and know how to interface effectively
- You’re hardworking: You are endlessly reliable, trustworthy, and consistent in your ability to produce the highest quality work. Everyone counts on you all the time, and you always come through. Whether it’s coordinating on-site catering, or executing a large-scale event, you’re down for anything, big or small
- You exercise good judgment: You’re trustworthy and exercise good judgment with the most confidential and sensitive information. You know how to tactfully navigate requests for information that may not be best shared; you help to put out, rather than flame, rumors and gossip
- You’re a people person: You’re curious about people, energized by forming relationships, getting to know people, and working with and through them
What the job involves
- The Executive Business Manager, Office of the CEO will serve as an essential partner to Andy and his Chief of Staff and will be an active participant of the Harry’s EA community.
- This role does not neatly fit within the confines of the 9 - 6 day, so we’re looking for a go-getter who’s eager to be flexible and available, even outside traditional working hours.
- Andy splits time between NYC and LA, so we’re seeking someone who is willing to go above and beyond to build relationships. This means an openness to traveling to LA on occasion (<10% of the time).
- Because the role (and our team!) is dynamic, this person must possess strong business judgment and communication skills needed to interact with a variety of senior stakeholders and job functions.
- This highly organized and endlessly resourceful person will support Andy and his CoS primarily with strategic, operational and tactical responsibilities including (1) administrative needs, (2) strategic programs and event management, and (3) operations management
- This role is based out of Harry’s New York City office in SoHo with in-person attendance required 3-days/week (Tuesday through Thursday)
- Executive Support & Administrative Needs
- Serve as Andy’s Executive Assistant, providing the highest caliber of administrative support on complex calendar management and scheduling, meeting logistics, travel itineraries, expense reports, and other responsibilities
- Ensure Andy is prepared for all meetings and personal and professional events by soliciting agendas, creating itineraries, making reservations, printing materials, and coordinating briefings
- For key, routine meetings that the Andy leads and/or attends, work closely with Andy’s Chief of Staff to construct meeting agendas, ensure effective preparation (e.g., sending pre-reads, confirming that technology functions, etc.), note taking, and driving follow-ups and next steps
- Be an active member of the broader EA community at Harry’s, attending monthly meetings, contributing to best practices and knowledge sharing, and assisting with back-up coverage
- Be an effective liaison and build strong relationships with executives and colleagues across various teams, with Andy’s family and close personal network, and with senior-level external stakeholders, such as investors, consultants, and Board members
- Serve as a positive ambassador on behalf of Harry’s, Inc by consistently acting in a way that leaves people with a positive perception of the company while truly embodying our values
- Handle confidential information and communications with maturity and discretion
- Strategic Event Planning
- Conceptualize, plan, and execute the most complex, large-scale strategic events and special projects that Andy sponsors (e.g., annual Global Leadership Offsite, cyclical Leadership planning sessions, etc.)
- Manage all aspects of event planning and coordination for the above including venue selection, contract negotiation and vendor management, budgeting, high-level agenda planning, attendee coordination, communications and day-of execution
- Partner closely with Andy’s Chief of Staff to drive and support more holistic content development for these types of sessions; this includes building presentation materials, project managing cross-functional stakeholders to deadlines, etc
- Ensure events align with company goals and effectively showcase our brand
- Operations Management
- Own the Harry’s Inc Leadership Team’s annual calendar; set the cadence and operating rhythm of offsites, monthly/quarterly business reviews, and other business-critical forums
- Partner closely with Andy’s Chief of Staff to support Harry’s Inc. Board governance and management; this includes liaising with board members to set and manage the annual board calendar, coordinate meeting agendas, and ensure flawless day-of execution
- Partner closely with Andy’s Chief of Staff and other key functional leads (e.g. Comms and Finance) to liaise with critical external stakeholders, like media outlets and investors, around important events and speaking engagements
- Consistently look for ways to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies and share recommendations
- Support special projects and initiatives as directed by Andy and his Chief of Staff
- Report to Andy’s Chief of Staff
- Partner closely with Andy to understand his needs, priorities and preferences
- Work closely with the Harry’s Inc. Leadership team (C-suite)
- Work cross functionally with Executive Assistants and Global Leadership in NYC, London, and Germany
- Liaise with critical external stakeholders, including investors and the Board of Directors
Our take
Harry’s Inc shot to fame in the years after its 2012 launch for developing and selling high quality, affordable men’s shaving and grooming products online. Between then and now, the company has grown tremendously, expanding into major retail stores, and launching three more brands: Women’s shaving products company Flamingo, hair care-focused Headquarters, as well as cat food brand Cat Person.
Though a billion dollar sale to consumer brand corporation Edgewell was surprisingly blocked by the Federal Trade Commission in 2020, Harry’s product and brand diversification actually led to a significant boost in sales.
The blocked sale of the company, while a shock at the time, has proven to be a blessing in disguise. Harry’s has gone on to raise hundreds of millions of dollars, which it has used to expand its portfolio of brands – all in keeping with its aim of becoming a major multi-category consumer packaged goods (CPG) company.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Top investors
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Feb 2018
$112m
SERIES D
Jul 2015
$75.6m
SERIES C
Total funding: $474.6m
Company benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Wellness reimbursement and incentives
- Annual learning and development stipend
- Flexible Time Off Policy
- One month paid sabbatical after five years with us
- 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus four weeks of customized re-boarding
- Access to all of our products
- All-team lunch and breakfast, and coffee, drinks and snacks!
- Five paid days off per year to volunteer
- Work from home opportunities
- Free membership to Eden Health, a virtual & in-person primary, behavioral, and mental health care platform
- 401K matching
Company values
- All in, All together - Each of us is a humble, hardworking human who always gives more than what’s expected because we care so deeply
- Improve Always - We encourage questions, sharing expertise, and continuous learning to improve ourselves, our company, and our customers’ experiences
- Embrace the Mammoth - We tell it like it is without blame, and see every interaction as an opportunity to grow together
- Look Left to Find Right - We critically question conventional wisdom in search of the best path
Company HQ
Hudson Square, New York, NY
Articles
Leadership
Andy Katz-Mayfield
(Co-CEO)Started his career as a consultant at Bain. Previously worked in Strategy at Brighter.com. Has an MBA from Stanford.
Jeffrey Raider
(Co-CEO)Serial entrepreneur. Founded Warby Parker. Previously a consultant at Bain, where he worked with Andy.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Harry's Inc.
- We’re cultivating: a workplace where our employees feel valued, safe and empowered to show up as their best selves; leaders who can build teams that are home to a variety of perspectives and experiences; and a family of brands led by our values and our differences to authentically serve our community
- Launched in 2018, our Employee Resource Groups, or "ERGs," are internal, employee-led networks dedicated to building community, promoting allyship, influencing the business, and fostering an inclusive working environment. While the ERGs are centered around specific identity characteristics - e.g., gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. - they are truly for everyone, whether you identify with that group or are a committed ally
- Our D&I Council is made up of a dozen Harry’s employees across all levels and teams, including one of our co-CEOs, to help guide our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and ensure it remains a priority. The Council meets twice a month to provide input and influence initiatives across the business
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