Operations Analyst

Overview

Ignite your career with a global leader that consistently pushes boundaries and shapes the future of its industry! As a proud partner, Aquent is seeking a visionary individual to join a dynamic team at the forefront of operational innovation. This isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to be the architect of efficiency, directly influencing strategic decisions and optimizing critical workflows. You will be instrumental in streamlining processes, managing vital financial and contractual elements, and crafting compelling visualizations that drive impactful change across the organization. Your expertise will directly contribute to enhancing our operational agility and success!

**What You’ll Do:**

* Lead the integration of new tools and processes, identifying key opportunities for efficiency and improvement within the first 90 days.
* Analyze and significantly enhance workflows across the team and the broader organization.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and clarity.
* Champion a change management approach to seamlessly transition teams to new, optimized processes.
* Craft executive-level presentations and impactful visual reports using industry-standard presentation software.
* Design and implement dynamic dashboards and operational insights using data visualization platforms.
* Communicate complex information effectively across a matrixed organization, including senior leadership.
* Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiation to execution and renewals.
* Oversee critical payment processes and cultivate strong vendor relationships.
* Provide essential support for budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Bachelor’s degree.
* 1-2 years minimum experience in operations management or a closely related field.
* Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, with proven ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizational structures.
* Expertise in creating executive-level presentations using industry-standard presentation software.
* Experience with data visualization and management platforms.
* Solid background in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
* Proven experience in Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documentation and driving process efficiency.
* A highly collaborative nature and a strong team-oriented mindset.
* Exceptional problem-solving skills and adaptability to rapidly shifting priorities.
* Ability to effectively multitask and adjust tasks in response to reprioritization.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* Previous experience within a similar industry or corporate environment.
* Experience working with external vendors in a corporate business operations context.
* Experience with peer or people management to support change and transition initiatives.

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**About Aquent Talent:**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.