Business Manager

SUMMARY

Northline Seafoods is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Business Manager to support the organization’s administrative and operational functions. This multifaceted role will manage critical areas of our corporate operations including administrative oversight of our Bellingham headquarters, business licensing, company insurance, legal assistance, and cross-departmental planning and communications. The Business Manager will also closely support leadership on various projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages business licenses, vessel registrations/documentation and trademark renewals.
• Ensures annual state filings are completed and compliant.
• Serves as the source of business account information for the company’s departments.
• Oversees all insurance policies including marine packages, workers comp, auto and equipment, liability, obtaining COIs, tax bonds, etc., tracking renewals and ensuring compliance with contracts/operations.
• Supports leadership with legal matters, collecting documentation and acting as a liaison with legal counsel.
• Manages company property and equipment leases, serving as the primary contact, tracking renewals and coordinating communications with landlords.
• Administers and audits all company subscription accounts and access, as well as company’s digital filing systems in Google Drive.
• Supervises and supports the Bellingham Office Manager.
• Facilitates cross-department planning and supports executive leadership with administrative and project-based needs.
• Ensures smooth administration workflows and processes throughout the company.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A degree in business administration, business management, or equivalent degree or hands-on experience.
• 4+ years of experience in business administration and operations.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of managing insurance, licensing and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and cloud-based systems.
• Highly organized self-starter, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion.

BONUS POINTS!

• Experience in the seafood and/or maritime industries.
• Experience working directly with Senior Leadership.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$85k - $110k. Generous PTO. Health, Dental & Vision Insurance. Great growth potential!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of office supplies or file boxes up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment including computers, phones, and printers.
• Ability to navigate office environments and occasionally visit operational facilities.

Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based.
• May occasionally require travel to company facilities or meetings.
• Fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and multiple ongoing projects.
• Regular interaction with cross-functional teams, executive leadership, and external partners.

DISCLAIMER

The above is not intended to list all possible essential functions or requirements as they are subject to change. The employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the above essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these requirements.

Northline Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran or disability status.