Office Manager

Company: UP Partners
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

Teleo is a robotics startup disrupting a trillion-dollar industry. Teleo converts construction heavy equipment, like loaders, dozers, excavators, trucks, etc. into autonomous robots. This technology allows a single operator to efficiently control multiple machines simultaneously, delivering substantial benefits to our customers while significantly enhancing operator safety and comfort.Teleo is founded by Vinay Shet and Rom Cl--ment, experienced technology executives who led the development of Lyft's Self Driving Car and Google Street View. Teleo is backed by YCombinator, Up Partners, F-Prime Capital, and a host of industry luminaries. Teleo's product is already deployed on several continents and generating revenue.Teleo is poised for rapid growth. This presents a unique opportunity to be part of a team that is creating a product with a profound impact on our customers, working on cutting-edge 100,000-pound autonomous robots, engineering intricate systems at the intersection of hardware, software, and AI, and joining the early stages of an exciting startup journey.Job SummaryWe're looking for a highly organized and proactive Office Manager to ensure that Teleo's workplace runs efficiently. In this role, you'll be responsible for the smooth, efficient, and organized operation of the Palo Alto office and lab, encompassing tasks from managing facilities and supplies to onboarding new employees and supporting the team.Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee office supplies, inventory, and budget for cost-effective procurement
• Receive visitors, including job candidates, customers, and investors
• Process incoming mail and packages
• Schedule travel as needed and candidates for interviews
• Manage and maintain routine office tasks around office cleaning, garbage, utilities, safety, and organization
• Own administrative and compliance-related activities
• Organize and facilitate team events and activities
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized work environment
• Assume other responsibilities as requested in support of departmental goals and prioritiesRequired Skills/Abilities
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
• Scheduling and calendaring
• Ability to operate effectively in a rapidly changing environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to collaborate in highly cross-functional environments
• Proficient with Microsoft and Google Office Suite or related software
• Develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Must be fluent in English (Oral and Written)Education and Experience
• Training certificates or degrees from an employer, trade school, or college
• At least 2 years of experience as an office manager for a small to medium-sized company, preferably in a fast-paced start-up company environment
• Experience managing vendors (food, catering services, office supply)
• Experience managing shipping and receiving departmentPhysical Requirements
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times, and bend/squat periodically$60,000 - $85,000 a yearTeleo is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All qualified people are encouraged to apply.
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