Business Operations Associate

Job description

We're looking for a highly organized, ambitious, and resourceful Business Operations Associate to help drive the day-to-day execution of our business while supporting strategic initiatives that enable growth. This role is ideal for an early-career professional (1–2 years of experience) or a recent graduate who wants broad exposure to startup operations, business strategy, executive support, and commercial development. You will work directly with company leadership and serve as a key connector across teams. No two days will look the same. One day you may be coordinating executive priorities and preparing board materials, the next you may be organizing a company event, improving an internal process, conducting market research, or supporting customer and business development initiatives. This is an in-office role based in Loveland, CO and is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and wants to accelerate their business career. What You'll Do Executive & Leadership Support (25%) Act as a trusted partner to leadership by helping coordinate priorities and keeping key initiatives on track. • Manage calendars, scheduling, travel, and meeting logistics • Prepare meeting agendas, notes, action items, and follow-up communications • Coordinate board meetings, leadership offsites, and company-wide events • Assist with presentations, reports, and business correspondence • Support special projects and executive initiatives as needed Business Operations, Strategy & Office Management (50%) Help ensure the business runs smoothly while supporting operational improvement and strategic growth initiatives. • Coordinate and track cross-functional projects from planning through completion • Identify opportunities to improve internal processes, tools, and workflows • Support HR, recruiting, onboarding, and employee experience initiatives • Manage office operations, vendors, supplies, facilities, and workplace logistics • Maintain operational documentation, SOPs, and internal knowledge systems • Assist with budgeting, reporting, software administration, and operational analytics • Support planning and execution of company events and culture initiatives • Partner with leadership to gather data, develop recommendations, and execute strategic priorities Commercial Development & Business Growth (25%) Support customer-facing and growth-oriented initiatives across sales, partnerships, and market development. • Conduct market research and competitive intelligence projects • Help build customer presentations, proposals, and sales materials • Track and maintain CRM data and pipeline reporting • Assist with conference planning, trade show coordination, and lead follow-up • Support partnership outreach and business development initiatives • Gather and analyze commercial data to inform growth decisions • Perform ad hoc research projects for leadership and commercial teams What We're Looking For Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or a related field • 1-3 years of professional experience (internships count) • Exceptional organizational and project management skills • Strong written and verbal communication abilities • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and modern business software • Ability to prioritize competing demands and execute with attention to detail • Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to take ownership • Professional maturity, discretion, and sound judgment Preferred Qualifications • Experience in a startup, consulting, operations, sales, or administrative support role • Familiarity with CRM tools, project management platforms, or HR systems • Interest in business strategy, operations, and commercial growth • Experience coordinating events, projects, or executive support activities • Demonstrated leadership through student organizations, athletics, internships, or extracurricular activities What Success Looks Like Within your first year, you will: • Become a reliable operational partner to leadership • Own critical office and business operations processes • Improve efficiency through better systems and documentation • Contribute meaningfully to strategic and commercial initiatives • Build relationships across every function of the company • Become a trusted "get-it-done" resource for the organization Ideal Candidate Profile This role is perfect for someone who: • Was highly involved in college leadership, athletics, student government, consulting clubs, or entrepreneurship programs • Wants exposure to strategy, operations, leadership, and business development • Enjoys solving problems and learning quickly • Thrives in an in-person, collaborative environment • Has ambitions to grow into a Business Operations Manager, Chief of Staff, Strategy Associate, or Commercial Operations role over time Compensation: $65,000 - 72,500 annually + benefits Come be a part of an exciting clean energy technology startup in beautiful Fort Collins, CO! You will work together with an ambitious and talented group of individuals decarbonizing the industrial heat sector.