Operations Specialist / Deployment Strategist - A346

Industry: AI / Procurement Technology / Operations Work Arrangement: Fully Remote Job Type: Full-time Work Schedule: Monday to Friday | US Eastern Time (8:45 AM ET start; full ET business hours) Locations

LATAM

About Pearl Talent Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. About The Company Our client is a fast-growing AI‑driven procurement platform helping organizations streamline sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing workflows. They operate in a high‑growth, enterprise SaaS environment and are actively deploying their platform across multiple clients. Role Overview The Operations Specialist / Deployment Strategist serves as the execution backbone of the deployment team, ensuring that customer data is accurate, suppliers are engaged, and sourcing events run smoothly. This role supports rapid client onboarding and platform deployment by owning the tactical layer of operations. Your Impact You will ensure that customer data is clean, structured, and reliable, directly enabling successful sourcing events and platform performance. Your work will drive supplier responsiveness, reducing delays and increasing engagement across procurement workflows. Within your first 90 days, you will be expected to independently manage client workflows and contribute to seamless end‑to‑end deployment execution. Core Responsibilities Data Cleaning & Analytics – 60% 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 Supplier Communication & Vendor Follow‑Up – 40% 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 Deployment Operations Support – Embedded 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 Must‑Haves (Required) 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 Nice‑to‑Haves (Preferred) 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 Tools Proficiency – Must‑Haves (Required) Excel Google Sheets Slack Email tools Phone / calling tools (e.g., eSIM) Tools Proficiency – Nice‑to‑Haves (Preferred) Python HubSpot or similar dialer tools E‑procurement or sourcing platforms 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 Our Recruitment Process Application Screening Skills Assessment Top‑grading Interview Client Interview Job Offer Client Onboarding Ready to Join Us? If this role aligns with your skills and goals, apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pearl