Operations Specialist - Temporary

Acosta, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse mixture of remote work and on‑

W2 employment with biweekly pay &

Job summary

ActionLink is seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented Temporary Operations Specialist to support client projects and keep programs on track. This part-time temporary role partners with the Account Team to manage timelines, analyze processes, and ensure successful execution across cross-functional teams.

The position emphasizes relationship building, precise communication, and the ability to adjust plans to meet KPI targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year college degree in relevant business discipline preferred
• Some account management or relevant business operations experience with direct client interaction
• Ability to build and foster business relationships at multiple levels
• Skilled at collaborating and problem solving with demonstrated critical thinking skills
• Proven time management and organizational skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Serve as the key point of contact for execution of client project objectives
• Manage timelines with the client to achieve KPIs
• Meet with client reps to develop timelines and executable processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results
• Adjust strategies to meet revised program timelines
• Communicate goals and provide written project oversight
• Structure and execute project-specific quality assurance analysis
• Assist with fulfillment orders and administration as needed
• Report program performance and drive continuous improvements
• Adhere to ActionLink Travel and Expense Policies

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

2-year college degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Operations Specialist - Temporary

Employment TypePart Time Temp

LocationUS - NATIONAL

ActionLink is growing and seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented Operations Specialist to join our team temporarily!

We are a premier retail marketing solutions company on a mission to enhance our clients' brand presence and innovative technology products through cutting-edge retail display installations and merchandising strategies. Come be a pivotal playerin helping us optimize our processes for industry-leading performance!

Position Overview

The Temporary Operations Specialist partners directly with ActionLink's Account Team on specific client projects. The Operations Specialist is responsible for maintaining all aspects and timelines of project operations within the assigned program to meet Key Performance Indicators. The Operations Specialist will work closely with the client and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of programs. This is a visible and client-facing role, with key responsibilities related to establishing and maintaining the strategic and tactical execution of program objectives. Runs through December 31, 2026, with possibility of finishing earlier.

Primary responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to strong relationship building, conducting comprehensive business analysis, communicating results, and developing/recommending and implementing process improvements. This role will also serve as a day to day point of contact for program execution for clients and cross-functional teams. This person must be well organized and detail-oriented.

What We Offer

• $32.00-33.00 per hour

• Diverse mixture of remote work and market visits

• W2 employment with biweekly pay schedule & direct deposit

Duties

• Serve as the key point of contact and decision-making authority for the execution of client project objectives

• Support the achievement of key performance indicators for given projects by setting and managing all timelines with the client

• Meet and interface directly with client reps to develop project timelines and ensure an executable process is in place to meet deadlines

• Collaborate, communicate, and partner with all cross-functional teams to provide successful results

• If timelines are not met, this position is fully responsible for making the strategic and corresponding tactical changes required to achieve the revised program timelines

• Communicate program goals and provide strategic written communication and project oversight for all details within ActionLink management systems

• Structure and execute project-specific quality assurance analysis

• Assist with fulfillment orders and administration when needed based on capacity

• Report program performance results and initiate continuous improvements

• Adhere to the guidelines of the ActionLink Travel and Expense Policies

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year college degree in relevant business discipline preferred

• Some account management or relevant business operations experience with direct client interaction

• Ability to build and foster business relationships at multiple levels

• Skilled at collaborating and problem solving with demonstrated critical thinking skills

• Proven time management and organizational skills

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Physical Requirements

• Must have access to quiet work space with reliable high-speed internet connectivity and smartphone

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to rent a car under ActionLink's corporate insurance standards

• Must be able to travel locally by vehicle and/or nationally by plane as needed or requested

Equal Opportunity Employer