Management & Operations Job Vacancy at MNIKS Purple—Operations Assistant (F/M)

Support Operations. Stay Organized. Keep the Business Moving.

MNIKS Purple is seeking a responsible, organized, and proactive Operations Assistant to support daily business activities, coordinate administrative and operational tasks, and contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the organization. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience or interest in operations, administration, logistics, business management, customer service, inventory management, or related fields.

If you are interested in this job opening you can continue on this page for more information on the job description and for the official online recruitment channel to begin application.

Applications are invited for the position below:

Job Title: Operations Assistant (F/M)

Location: Akerele Street, Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time, 3-month probationary training period (Successful completion may lead to permanent employment)
Reports to: Operations Manager
Level: Entry level (Ideal for students, NYSC corps members, or recent graduates).

Responsibilities
External Operations & Outreach:

Respond to business inquiries via email and phone, ensuring timely, professional communication.
Research and apply for fairs, grants, pop-ups, and partnership opportunities aligned with the company’s mission.
Coordinate participation and organization of events, including logistics, booth setup, materials, and transportation.
Represent MNIKS Purple at events, engaging with potential customers, clients, and partners.
Stay updated on fashion, AI, industry events, design tools, and social media trends.
Support innovation and outreach initiatives based on market research and emerging trends.

Inventory Management:

Maintain accurate records of inventory for products, fabrics, trimmings, sewing materials, and ready-to-wear items.
Track stock levels, identify low inventory, and assist in placing orders with suppliers.
Organize and categorize products for easy access and efficient stock management.

Daily Bookkeeping & Administrative Support:

Assist with bookkeeping and financial record-keeping under direct supervision.
Record and reconcile operational expenses, including inventory purchases and event costs.
Assist with preparing weekly and monthly reports on company financial performance.
Use AI and automation tools (e.g., Notion AI, Google Calendar, email filters) to manage appointments, emails, meetings, deadlines, digital files, and hub workflows.

A Typical Day:

Morning check-in with the Operations Manager to align on priorities.
Respond to business correspondence and update inventory records.
Coordinate with suppliers, assist with financial tracking, and file digital/physical records.
Research growth opportunities and manage event/pop-up logistics.
Support marketing campaigns, social media efforts, and general workspace organization.

Requirements
Essential:

Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) in Business Administration, Marketing, Accounting/Finance, Event Management, Fashion Business, Retail Management, or a related field (other degree holders with demonstrated administrative/operational skills will be considered).
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in office software (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office) and spreadsheet tools (Excel, Google Sheets).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
Basic understanding of business operations, proposal writing, event planning, inventory control, and bookkeeping.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining professional working relationships.

Desirable:

Prior experience in fashion (design, tailoring, merchandising, or retail).
Familiarity with accounting platforms or tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books).
Previous experience with event management, trade shows, fairs, or pop-up activations.
Demonstrated passion for the fashion and retail industries.

Ideal Candidate:

A self-driven, detail-oriented, and proactive generalist who enjoys multitasking and thrives in a dynamic startup environment.
Interested in fashion and retail, comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, and takes pride in consistently delivering high-quality work.

Benefits & Career Growth