Office Manager in Brooklyn, New York at Chase Office Supplies, LTD

ABOUT CHASE OFFICE FURNITURE

Chase Office Furniture (Chase Office Supplies LTD) is a contract office furniture dealer with more than 50 years of service in New York City. Operating from the Brooklyn Navy Yard, we serve institutional clients including the NYC Department of Education, the School Construction Authority, government agencies, and nonprofits across the five boroughs. Our team of 25 professionals manages the full project lifecycle — from product sourcing and procurement through warehousing, delivery, and installation.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Office Admin / Office Manager supports the day-to-day administrative and operational functions that keep Chase running smoothly. This role touches onboarding coordination, vendor management, scheduling, fleet administration, contract tracking, and internal office support. The right person is organized without needing heavy supervision, proactive about spotting and closing gaps, and comfortable creating structure in a fast-moving environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Onboarding & Offboarding Coordination

• Prepare onboardinglogisticsfor new hires — checklists, workspace setup, day-one scheduling.
• Coordinate email and system account setup with the IT vendor (MSI).
• Support badge, building pass, and equipment readiness ahead of start dates.
• Manage offboardinglogisticsincluding access removal coordination and equipment return.

Scheduling & Administrative Support

• Schedule interviews, internal meetings, and recurring appointments across leadership and departments.
• Assistwith non-confidential HR-related administrative tasks as directed.
• Organize meetinglogistics, distribute agendas, and track follow-up items.
• Provide general administrative support to reduce bottlenecks across the leadership team.

Vendor & Office Operations Management

• Manage day-to-day relationships with office vendors and service providers, including:
• Copier and office equipment vendors
• Security camera systems and service
• MSI (IT vendor) — laptop and equipment tracking
• Other operational service providers as assigned
• Track service agreements, renewal dates, and open vendor issuesthrough toresolution.

Fleet & Truck Administration

• Track truck registration renewals and ensure documentation is current.
• Coordinate routine service scheduling for company vehicles.
• Maintain organized records for all fleet-related documentation.

Contract & Document Administration

• Track administrative contracts and flag upcoming renewals for leadership review.
• Maintain organized filing systems for operational records and agreements.
• Ensure key documents are accessible, current, andproperly stored.

Office Events & Special Projects

• Coordinatelogisticsfor staff events, internal business meetings, and end-of-year events.
• Support leadership with special projects and ad hoc operational needs as they arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Prior experience in an office administration, office manager, operations support, or administrative coordinator role.
• Strong organizational and time management skills — able to juggle multiple priorities without dropping follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable with vendors, staff, and leadership.
• Proficiencywith standard office tools and digital systems (Microsoft 365 or equivalent).
• High attention to detail and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership without needing constant direction.

Preferred

• Experience supporting onboarding or offboarding processes.
• Prior vendor coordination or office operations experience.
• Familiarity with basic HR or operations workflows.
• Experience scheduling across multiple stakeholders or departments.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

WHY CHASE OFFICE FURNITURE

• Stable, 50-year institution with deep roots in NYC's public and institutional sector.
• Collaborative, tight-knit team where your contributions are visible from day one.
• Brooklyn Navy Yard location — one of NYC's most dynamic working waterfronts.
• Flexible part-time schedule with meaningful ownership of real operational responsibilities.

Applications without a resume will not be considered. Qualified candidates will be contacted within 5 business days.

Chase Office Supplies LTD is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.