Operational Specialist

SMART Training Resources India Private Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

SMART Training Resources India Private Limited in Chennai seeks an Operations Associate to manage data, coordinate logistics, and negotiate with vendors. The role requires sharp organizational skills and strong communication to keep daily workflows on track.

You will handle data in Excel, oversee vendor relationships, and ensure cost-effective procurement while coordinating with internal teams and external partners in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and basic formulas.
• Strong persuasion and negotiation abilities to influence external parties.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English; Tamil is a plus for local operations.
• Geographic constraint: reside within 5 km radius of Nungambakkam, Chennai.

Responsibilities

• Daily Execution: Oversee daily operational workflows to meet timelines.
• Data Management: Maintain, update, and analyze operational logs using Excel.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Onboard and manage relationships with vendors.
• Negotiation & Procurement: Bargain to secure best rates and terms.
• Stakeholder Communication: Coordinate with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Persuasion

Negotiation

Communication

Tamil language

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Nungambakkam, Chennai (Candidate must reside within a 5 km radius)

Job Type: Full-time

Looking for immediate joiner

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and sharp Operations Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be the backbone of our daily executionmanaging data, coordinating logistics, and negotiating with external vendors or partners. The ideal candidate is someone who is a quick thinker, highly organized, and possesses excellent people skills to get things done efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Execution: Oversee daily operational workflows, ensuring timelines are met and processes run smoothly.
• Data Management: Maintain, update, and analyze operational logs and trackers using Microsoft Excel.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Onboard, coordinate with, and manage relationships with vendors or service providers.
• Negotiation & Procurement: Use bargaining skills to secure the best rates, terms, and deals with vendors without compromising on quality.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a reliable point of contact, ensuring clear and prompt communication between internal teams and external partners.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced Excel Skills: Must be comfortable handling data, creating reports, and using functions (like VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and basic formulas) to track metrics.
• Strong Persuasion & Convincing Abilities: Proven ability to influence decisions, pitch ideas, and convince external parties or stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent Bargaining/Negotiation Skills: A natural knack for cost optimization and handling vendor negotiations comfortably.
• Good Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (knowledge of Tamil is a major advantage for local operations).
• Geographic Constraint: Must reside within a 5 km radius of Nungambakkam to ensure prompt attendance and deep familiarity with the local area.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• A dynamic, fast-paced, and learning-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth within the operations vertical.