Office Operations Lead | Startup, SF

achira; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Achira is seeking an Office Manager to oversee daily operations in our San Francisco office. You will steer logistics, vendor management, and employee experience, reporting to the Senior Executive Assistant, building structure in a fast‑paced startup environment.

This role rewards initiative, cross‑functional collaboration, and hands‑on problem‑solving, with a focus on cost‑effective operations and a welcoming office culture that supports a team advancing drug discovery.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in office management, workplace operations, or similar roles in a startup/high-growth environment.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and keep operations running smoothly.
• Proactive problem-solver who can work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-team communication skills.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, Slack, and Notion; quick to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day office logistics and vendor management to ensure a seamless workplace experience.
• Coordinate vendors, facilities, contracts, and service quality.
• Support onboarding, employee experience, and in-office culture initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Senior Executive Assistant and admin team on operational priorities.
• Manage office budget, invoices, and cost-effective operations.
• Plan and execute internal events to strengthen team culture.
• Maintain operational readiness and continuously improve office systems.
• Maintain a consistent onsite presence to support the team and visitors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent worker

Tools

Google Workspace

Slack

Notion

Job description

Achira is seeking an Office Manager to oversee daily operations in our San Francisco office. You will steer logistics, vendor management, and employee experience, reporting to the Senior Executive Assistant, building structure in a fast‑paced startup environment.

This role rewards initiative, cross‑functional collaboration, and hands‑on problem‑solving, with a focus on cost‑effective operations and a welcoming office culture that supports a team advancing drug discovery.