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Operations Specialist – Deployment Strategist

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full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Colombia

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Job Level

Junior

Tech Stack

Python

About the role

  • Clean, structure, and validate supplier and product datasets using Excel
  • Perform data quality checks to identify inconsistencies, missing values, and formatting issues
  • Build formula-driven models using pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, and IF functions
  • Ensure all datasets are organized, scalable, and reproducible (no hard-coded values)
  • Compare extracted data with source documents to validate accuracy
  • Flag and resolve data issues before they impact deployment
  • Contact US-based suppliers to drive engagement on the platform (not cold outreach)
  • Follow structured communication scripts and improve delivery over time
  • Track supplier responses and follow up persistently to ensure completion
  • Maintain clear communication records and escalate issues when necessary
  • Build confidence and professionalism in phone-based interactions
  • Maintain supplier and product records within the platform
  • Support end-to-end execution of sourcing events
  • Assist in onboarding new clients and managing workflows
  • Identify inefficiencies and suggest process improvements
  • Progress toward owning client accounts independently based on performance

Requirements

  • 1–3+ years of hands-on experience using Excel in a professional environment
  • Advanced Excel skills: pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, IF formulas, and data cleaning
  • Strong English communication skills (spoken and written), with confidence in phone conversations
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
  • High energy, proactive communication style, and strong follow-through
  • Strong attention to detail and structured problem-solving ability
  • Willingness to learn, adapt quickly, and grow within the role
  • Background in consulting (1–2 years preferred)
  • Experience in procurement, supply chain, or vendor coordination
  • Exposure to data analysis using Python
  • Experience working in startup or high-growth environments
Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills
  • Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
  • Performance Bonus: Based on data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and overall sales efficiency
  • Team Incentives: Recognition for maintaining 100% CRM hygiene and on-time reporting
  • Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy
  • Health Coverage for PH-based talents: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees
  • Direct Mentorship: Guidance from international industry experts
  • Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
  • Global Networking: Connect with professionals worldwide
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Excelpivot tablesVLOOKUPXLOOKUPINDEX MATCHIF formulasdata cleaningdata analysisPython
Soft Skills
strong English communication skillsconfidence in phone conversationsability to work independentlyhigh energyproactive communication stylestrong follow-throughattention to detailstructured problem-solvingwillingness to learnadaptability