Loveland, Colorado, United States · On-site
$65k–$73k/yr
We're looking for a highly organized, ambitious, and resourceful Business Operations Associate to help drive the day-to-day execution of our business while supporting strategic initiatives that enable growth. This role i…
Skills: Project Management, Executive Support, Market Research, Business Strategy, Office Management
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The role provides executive support and manages day-to-day business operations, including office logistics and internal process improvements. Additionally, the associate supports commercial growth through market research, CRM maintenance, and business development initiatives.
Requires a bachelor's degree in business, economics, or a related field with 1-3 years of professional experience. Candidates must possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
We're looking for a highly organized, ambitious, and resourceful Business Operations Associate to help drive the day-to-day execution of our business while supporting strategic initiatives that enable growth. This role is ideal for an early-career professional (1–2 years of experience) or a recent graduate who wants broad exposure to startup operations, business strategy, executive support, and commercial development.
You will work directly with company leadership and serve as a key connector across teams. No two days will look the same. One day you may be coordinating executive priorities and preparing board materials, the next you may be organizing a company event, improving an internal process, conducting market research, or supporting customer and business development initiatives.
This is an in-office role based in Loveland, CO and is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and wants to accelerate their business career.
What You'll Do
Executive & Leadership Support (25%)
Act as a trusted partner to leadership by helping coordinate priorities and keeping key initiatives on track.
• Manage calendars, scheduling, travel, and meeting logistics
• Prepare meeting agendas, notes, action items, and follow-up communications
• Coordinate board meetings, leadership offsites, and company-wide events
• Assist with presentations, reports, and business correspondence
• Support special projects and executive initiatives as needed
Business Operations, Strategy & Office Management (50%)
Help ensure the business runs smoothly while supporting operational improvement and strategic growth initiatives.
• Coordinate and track cross-functional projects from planning through completion
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes, tools, and workflows
• Support HR, recruiting, onboarding, and employee experience initiatives
• Manage office operations, vendors, supplies, facilities, and workplace logistics
• Maintain operational documentation, SOPs, and internal knowledge systems
• Assist with budgeting, reporting, software administration, and operational analytics
• Support planning and execution of company events and culture initiatives
• Partner with leadership to gather data, develop recommendations, and execute strategic priorities
Commercial Development & Business Growth (25%)
Support customer-facing and growth-oriented initiatives across sales, partnerships, and market development.
• Conduct market research and competitive intelligence projects
• Help build customer presentations, proposals, and sales materials
• Track and maintain CRM data and pipeline reporting
• Assist with conference planning, trade show coordination, and lead follow-up
• Support partnership outreach and business development initiatives
• Gather and analyze commercial data to inform growth decisions
• Perform ad hoc research projects for leadership and commercial teams
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or a related field
• 1-3 years of professional experience (internships count)
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and modern business software
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and execute with attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to take ownership
• Professional maturity, discretion, and sound judgment
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a startup, consulting, operations, sales, or administrative support role
• Familiarity with CRM tools, project management platforms, or HR systems
• Interest in business strategy, operations, and commercial growth
• Experience coordinating events, projects, or executive support activities
• Demonstrated leadership through student organizations, athletics, internships, or extracurricular activities
What Success Looks Like
Within your first year, you will:
• Become a reliable operational partner to leadership
• Own critical office and business operations processes
• Improve efficiency through better systems and documentation
• Contribute meaningfully to strategic and commercial initiatives
• Build relationships across every function of the company
• Become a trusted "get-it-done" resource for the organization
Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is perfect for someone who:
• Was highly involved in college leadership, athletics, student government, consulting clubs, or entrepreneurship programs
• Wants exposure to strategy, operations, leadership, and business development
• Enjoys solving problems and learning quickly
• Thrives in an in-person, collaborative environment
• Has ambitions to grow into a Business Operations Manager, Chief of Staff, Strategy Associate, or Commercial Operations role over time
Compensation: $65,000 - 72,500 annually + benefits
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