Commercial Operations Analyst I

OpenGov • Chicago, IL

4d • $65,000 - $78,000

About The Position

The Commercial Operations Analyst I plays a critical role within the Commercial Operations team by providing foundational support for the deal desk and sales management functions. This position is integral to facilitating efficient deal execution and achieving team objectives through the management of pricing strategies, order forms, contract vehicles, and the coordination of deal progression to completion. Additionally, the role emphasizes driving process improvements, maintaining data integrity, and delivering actionable insights to inform strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in deal desk operations, sales operations, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant internships or academic projects may be considered.
• Familiarity with B2B SaaS deal structures or similar environments is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on learning and applying established guidelines to resolve routine challenges.
• Curiosity about emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), and their potential to improve operation processes and decision-making.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and manage evolving priorities with guidance from the manager.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills to articulate findings (e.g., pricing and deal structures) and collaborate effectively within the team.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (or Microsoft 365) and basic knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with operational tools (e.g., CPQ, Tableau, Outreach) and quoting tools is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in streamlining deal desk processes by collaborating with sales leadership, field teams, and operations to identify and resolve bottlenecks in deal execution.
• Manage the order management process by preparing order forms, managing quote approvals, ensuring alignment with cooperative contract vehicles, resellers, and distributors, and adhering to established guidelines.
• Perform pricing analyses under the guidance of senior team members, contributing to optimized deal structuring and alignment with financial metrics.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of dashboards and tools that enhance visibility into deal performance, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with team objectives.
• Ensure compliance with standard booking metrics through accurate deal data review and adherence to revenue recognition guidelines.
• Contribute to the identification of process improvement opportunities within the commercial operations workflow to support scaling efforts.
• Maintain CRM (Salesforce) data integrity, ensuring accurate and consistent information across sales and operations systems.
• Provide routine analysis and reporting to support deal desk operations and address specific ad hoc requests from sales management or leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees