Project Coordinator

Dexian; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Operations Specialist to enhance vendor relationships and oversee project management processes. This role involves establishing communication services, maintaining project data, and ensuring adherence to budgets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business management principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to analyze business trends. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will drive operational success and strategic planning. If you have a passion for business development and a knack for problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in business operations or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in business management or relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vendor relationships and project management processes.
• Track project budgets and expenditures, predict budget overruns.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Knowledge of business principles

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Experience with MS Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management

Bachelor's degree in economics

Bachelor's degree in finance

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Enterprise Applications

Job description

Job Description

• The main function of a business operations specialist is to maintain vendor relationships, acting as a business analyst for non-IT projects or filling organizational roles above an administrative level, but below a management level.
• Other responsibilities may include maintaining all project management processes, including project goals, deadlines, metrics and budget. The business operations specialist usually reports to a project manager or director.

Job Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain communication services across business units or from the project team to the organization.
• Maintain the storage and retrieval of all project communications data and business metrics.
• Review contracts, cost proposals and contract supplements.
• Set up project and work breakdown structures.
• Establish and document business processes.
• Track project budgets and expenditures, monitor transaction controls and costs against budgets.
• Predict potential budget overruns and offer solutions.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed.
• Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as MS Word and Excel; Enterprise Application experience a plus.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business management, economics, finance, accounting or relevant field required.
• 5-7 years experience required.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Business Development, Information Technology, and Consulting

Industries

Manufacturing