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CleanSparkCommercial Operations Associate
CleanSpark seeks a full-time Commercial Operations Associate to support its artificial intelligence data center initiatives through financial analysis, contract administration, and procurement activities. Operating as a…
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CleanSpark seeks a full-time Commercial Operations Associate to support its artificial intelligence data center initiatives through financial analysis, contract administration, and procurement activities. Operating as a market-leading data center developer, the employer controls over 1.8 gigawatts of power, land, and data center assets throughout the United States, utilizing competitive energy prices to optimize infrastructure and generate shareholder returns. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Commercial Operations, this remote position…
Job Description
CleanSpark seeks a full-time Commercial Operations Associate to support its artificial intelligence data center initiatives through financial analysis, contract administration, and procurement activities. Operating as a market-leading data center developer, the employer controls over 1.8 gigawatts of power, land, and data center assets throughout the United States, utilizing competitive energy prices to optimize infrastructure and generate shareholder returns. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Commercial Operations, this remote position involves assessing vendor proposals, monitoring budget variances, handling contract changes, and solving commercial challenges to facilitate successful project delivery.
This role suits professionals with a background in financial analysis, procurement, or contract management who can apply internal financial controls and commercial policies. The position requires strong collaboration with internal legal and business partners, along with project teams and external suppliers, to maintain accurate data and records within company platforms. Additionally, the job holder will prepare detailed reports on commercial trends and risks, assist with compliance audits, and occasionally travel or operate a company vehicle as needed for business operations.
Responsibilities
- Analyze project expenditures, forecasts, and budgets to recommend corrective actions for any variances
- Review vendor proposals and recommend suppliers based on pricing, delivery terms, and risk factors
- Negotiate commercial terms within assigned limits and coordinate necessary approvals
- Examine contracts and change orders to propose responses to vendor issues and commercial risks
- Resolve irregular invoice, procurement, and payment discrepancies
- Enforce financial controls and commercial policies while escalating matters exceeding delegated authority
- Enhance contract administration, financial reporting, and procurement workflows
- Generate reports detailing recommended actions, commercial trends, and potential risks
- Keep commercial records and project information updated in company systems
- Work with legal teams and business partners to manage vendor onboarding and agreements
- Collaborate with vendors and project teams to address commercial challenges
- Aid with compliance reviews and audits by suggesting corrective measures
Requirements
- Two or more years of relevant work experience in procurement, commercial operations, contract administration, or financial analysis
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate commercial issues independently and provide business recommendations
- Capability to analyze budgets, review commercial terms, and assess vendor proposals
- Ability to apply policies, determine approval requirements, and resolve nonroutine problems with sound judgment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office alongside project or financial systems such as NetSuite, Tipalti, Unifier, or Oracle Primavera Cloud
- Insurability under the employer vehicle insurance policy for driving between job sites or operating a company vehicle
- Capacity to travel and support time-sensitive business requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, construction management, operations, or a related discipline, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
- Prior background working in capital-intensive industries, construction, engineering, data centers, or the energy sector
- Experience handling vendor negotiations, change orders, commercial risks, or process improvements in procurement and finance
Core Skills
Benefits
- Annual salary ranging from $85,000 to $95,000
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the job posting specifies a remote status, though travel and operating a company vehicle between job sites may be required.
What is the salary for the Commercial Operations Associate role?
The annual salary for this position ranges from $85,000 to $95,000.
What education or experience is required to apply?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field such as business, finance, or construction management, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, along with at least two years of experience in procurement, commercial operations, contract administration, or financial analysis.
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