Sales Operations Specialist

Allied Solutions, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly organized Sales Operations Specialist based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This role involves supporting systems and processes for the Sales and Service organization, managing commission inquiries, and producing data reports.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience, particularly strong analytical and Excel skills are crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in reporting, analytics, sales administration, or a related role.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately with data.
• Experience coordinating workflows, projects, and recurring processes.

Responsibilities

• Research and answer commission and incentive-related questions.
• Collect, validate, and interpret Sales Operations data for reports.
• Support training on systems, tools, workflows, and reporting resources.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Reporting and data validation

Analytical skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, data science, operations, or related field

Tools

Power BI

SQL databases

Job description

Allied Solutions is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Sales Operations Specialist to support the systems, processes, reporting, and coordination that help our Sales and Service organization run effectively.

What You’ll Do

Commission & Incentive Administration

• Research and answer commission and incentive-related questions from Sales and Service reps.
• Review commission worksheet submissions to validate data, ensure completeness and timeliness.
• Audit commissions and incentive activity to confirm adherence to policies, schedules, and contractual commitments.
• Maintain accurate reporting of commission and incentive program data, including audit results and status updates.
• Coordinate follow‑up and problem resolution to provide timely responses to reps.
• Track commission and incentive requests, issues, approvals, and exceptions in an organized system.

Sales Operations Reporting & Analytics

• Collect, validate, and interpret Sales Operations data for clear reports, dashboards, and leadership updates.
• Respond to recurring and ad‑hoc reporting requests from Sales, Service, and executive teams.
• Build and enhance Power BI dashboards and other reporting tools.
• Analyze data to identify trends or discrepancies, research questions, and summarize findings for decision‑making.
• Maintain reporting documentation, data definitions, calendars, and process notes for consistency and accuracy.

Workflows, Projects & Audits

• Coordinate Sales Operations workflows and projects, tracking timelines, action items, and stakeholder follow‑up.
• Manage operational intake by routing, prioritizing, and tracking requests to resolution.
• Support recurring Sales Operations activities, reporting cycles, meetings, and deadlines.
• Coordinate the annual licensing audit, including data collection, documentation, tracking, and issue resolution.
• Provide budget coordination support by tracking related requests, timelines, approvals, and reporting needs.

Sales Operations Support & Documentation

• Review, test, update, and maintain documentation on processes, policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Coordinate communication of Sales Operations updates, process changes, reminders, and cross‑functional initiatives.
• Support training on systems, tools, workflows, and reporting resources.
• Assist leadership with case‑specific or situation‑specific Sales Operations needs, including research and stakeholder coordination.
• Collaborate with team members and partners to drive continuous improvement and clear service to Sales and Service teams.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, data science, operations, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in reporting, analytics, sales administration, or related administrative/analytical role.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong reporting, data validation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately with data and documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience coordinating workflows, projects, and recurring processes.
• Ability to use discretion with sensitive, confidential, and compensation‑related information.
• Comfort working cross‑functionally with Sales Operations leaders and partners.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in sales administration, sales operations, incentive or commission administration.
• Knowledge of commission systems, CRM, SQL databases, or Power BI.
• History of supporting budget coordination or financial reporting activities.
• Experience with audits, licensing reviews, compliance tracking, or documentation reviews.
• Background in financial institutions, insurance products, or related environments.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.