Business Operations Analyst & Strategist

Strategy & Operations AnalystLocation:San Francisco, CA Compensation:$150K–$200K + Competitive Equity Work Policy:5 days/week in-office, SFAbout the Role An AI based Marketplace used by the leading tech giants is seeking aStrategy & Operations Analystto provide the analytical rigor, operational structure, and cross-functional partnership needed to support a high-performing delivery organization. This is a data-first role where you’ll turn complex datasets into actionable insights, build scalable processes, and influence decision-making across the business. If you enjoy solving ambiguous problems, partnering closely with leadership, and building systems that scale, this role offers both immediate impact and long-term growth.Key Responsibilities Build and maintain dashboards (Metabase or similar) that track team performance, funnel health, and operational metrics Conduct ad hoc analyses to diagnose trends, identify bottlenecks, and answer strategic questions for leadership Analyze marketplace dynamics including funnel conversion, supply-demand balance, cohort behavior, and liquidity Strengthen metric definitions, instrumentation, and data models in partnership with data and engineering teams Support weekly and monthly operating cadences, including business reviews and accountability mechanisms Develop scalable processes and frameworks that improve consistency, reduce friction, and enable growth Provide data-backed insights for intake calls, business reviews, and client-facing conversations Work cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Operations, and Delivery to unblock issues and drive initiatives Leverage AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, internal tooling) to accelerate analysis and automate workflowsRequired Skills & Experience 2–4 years of experiencein consulting, BizOps, analytics, or a similar structured problem‑solving role Advanced SQL proficiency , including comfort working with large, messy datasets Strong Excel/Sheets skills, including modeling, pivot tables, and ad hoc analysis Experience using AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, etc.) as part of your analytical workflow Strong analytical thinking: able to move from ambiguous question → structured approach → clear recommendation Familiarity with BI tools such as Metabase, Looker, or Tableau Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, early-stage environment with shifting priorities CONSULTING EXPERIENCE WITH BAIN, McKINSEY... etc...Why This Role Is Unique First dedicated analytics hire supporting a revenue-generating team Direct impact - your dashboards and insights will shape how the delivery organization operates Clear growth path into broader BizOps ownership across the marketplace Small, high-ownership environment where your work hits production quickly