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# Temporary Retail Operations Coordinator at Squishable

- **Company:** Squishable
- **Location:** New York, NY / Washington, DC
- **Posted:** 2026-10-29
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-03
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/squishable/jobs/4749036005

## Job description

Squishable is a close-knit team of designers, artists, pop-culture fanatics, and lovers of all things adorable. Together we create the cutest, cuddliest (and sometimes downright unusual) plush and lifestyle products in the world. With the millions-strong Squishable fan community cheering us on (and a lot of cupcakes, coffee, and karaoke) we make people say “awww.” Our offices are in a sunny loft in NYC's Flatiron District and in downtown Washington, DC.

Job Summary: The Temporary Retail Operations Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to Squishable's retail team, helping ensure stores have the information, resources, and assistance needed to operate efficiently. This role reports to the Director of Retail and works closely with Regional Managers, Store Managers, and internal departments to coordinate day-to-day operational activities, maintain accurate records, and support retail projects and initiatives.

## Responsibilities

- Providing day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Director of Retail, Regional Managers, and retail store teams
- Coordinating store requests, tracking outstanding issues, and following up with internal departments and external vendors to ensure timely resolution
- Assisting with new store openings, relocations, remodels, and closures through remote coordination of supplies, fixtures, equipment, and project timelines
- Maintaining and updating retail operational documents, procedures, store communications, calendars, and the Store Operations Manual
- Supporting facilities and maintenance requests by communicating with vendors, scheduling services, and tracking completion
- Preparing and maintaining operational reports, spreadsheets, trackers, and other administrative records
- Assisting with purchase orders, invoices, expense tracking, and vendor documentation
- Coordinating with Inventory Planning, Warehousing, Finance, IT, and other departments to support store operations and resolve routine issues
- Communicating operational updates, reminders, and procedural changes to retail store teams
- Providing administrative support for special projects and other retail initiatives as assigned

## Qualifications

- 1–2 years of experience in retail operations, administrative support, office coordination, or a related field required
- Previous experience working in a retail environment or supporting multiple retail locations is a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and general office software
- Ability to maintain accurate records, organize information, and follow established processes
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating with multiple departments
- Experience with NetSuite or other retail management systems is a plus

## Compensation & Employment Details

- Pay Rate: $27-$30 per hour, depending on experience
- Employment Type: Temporary, hourly, non-exempt
- Work Location: Candidates must be based in either our New York City or Washington, DC corporate office
- Travel Requirements: None
- Assignment Duration: Temporary assignment, through early to mid-January

## Benefits

- Generous Employee Discount
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Squishable.com, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Squishable.com, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, for sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, and as otherwise required by applicable law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact Squishable for assistance.

Squishable.com, Inc. prohibits retaliation against any applicant or employee for exercising rights protected under applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

Squishable.com, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law, including applicable Fair Chance laws.

[Read our CCPA disclosure notice.](https://squishable.com/pages/privacy-notice)

## About Squishable

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Squishable designs and sells giant, round, fuzzy stuffed animals (plush toys) through a fan-driven design process, blending technology and toy making.
- **Entity Type**: Private (funding not publicly available)
- **Headquarters**: New York City (Soho), New York, USA (with additional offices in Washington, DC)
- **Founded**: 2007
- **Founders**: Zoe Fraade‑Blanar (Co‑Founder & CCO) and others (names not fully disclosed)

## Core Business
- **Industry**: Toy manufacturing / Consumer goods; the company describes itself as “a technology company with a toy habit.”
- **Target Customers**: B2C (collectors, fans, gift‑givers) and B2B (wholesale to retailers, corporate partners)
- **Mission**: To make the world a cuter place and to empower fans to shape the products they love.

## Products & Services
- **[Squishable Plush Toys]**: The core product line – large, round, soft stuffed animals in categories such as food, animals, mythological creatures, and original fan‑designed characters. Products are sold online and in retail stores. More than half of designs come from fan submissions via the “Project Open Squish” design contest.
- **[Philanthropy Program]**: Monthly charity donations based on customer photo submissions, seasonal toy donations to children’s charities, and auctions of prototypes for charitable causes.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue ~$9.3 million (source: aggregated business database data)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors disclosed; partners include children’s charities and the fan community.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Over 3 million Squishables released to date.
  - Active hiring for a Head of Visual Merchandising (hybrid, NYC).
  - Small but stable team (62 employees per LinkedIn; 103 per Built In – conflicting reports).
  - Employee headcount declined ~3% year‑over‑year (LinkedIn), but the company continues to invest in retail and design roles.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Fan‑Powered Design**: The “Project Open Squish” contest and constant community feedback ensure products resonate directly with buyers, creating strong brand loyalty and a built‑in marketing channel.
- **Unique Aesthetic**: The distinct “squishy” look (giant, round, fuzzy) differentiates the brand from traditional plush toys.
- **Community‑First Culture**: Active social media engagement, charity initiatives, and a dedicated fan base (over 3,700 LinkedIn followers) provide recurring organic promotion.

## Strategic Focus
- **Retail Expansion**: Hiring a senior visual merchandising leader to elevate in‑store experiences and grow the physical retail footprint.
- **Design & Innovation**: Continuing to crowdsource new designs and expand into new categories (food, mythical creatures, etc.).
- **Philanthropy & Brand Purpose**: Deepening charitable partnerships to reinforce brand identity and customer loyalty.
- **Operational Stability**: Maintaining a lean team while investing in e‑commerce (Shopify, Netsuite, etc.) and digital marketing.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Small but mighty” team of creatives, dreamers, and highly skilled individuals; described as friendly, passionate, and welcoming of big ideas. Karaoke nights and a strong sense of camaraderie.
- **Work Model**: Hybrid – some roles are based in physical offices (NYC and Washington, DC) with flexibility; many positions require on‑site presence. The new Visual Merchandising role is explicitly hybrid.
- **Benefits** (from company pages):
  - Great healthcare (medical, dental, vision), FSA, disability & life insurance
  - 401(k) with employer match
  - 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
  - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  - Generous PTO and paid holidays
  - Employee discounts (and “all the plush you can hug”)
  - Investment in training, education, and career development
- **Engineering / Tech**: The company builds its own websites, tools, and internal systems; tech stack includes Shopify, Stripe, Netsuite, Mailchimp, Adobe Creative Suite, and more.

## Sources
1. [Squishable Official About Page](https://squishable.com/pages/about-us)
2. [Squishable Hire Me / Careers Page](https://squishable.com/pages/hire-me)
3. [Squishable LinkedIn Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/squishable)
4. [Squishable on Built In (company profile)](https://builtin.com/company/squishable)
5. [Squishable Homepage](https://squishable.com/)

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