Business operation

Role: Business Operations Specialist Location: Cupertino, CA (Hybrid 3 days on-site required) Type: Contract Job description : Responsibilities Create and submit purchase requisitions in compliance with financial policies, capitalization rules, and organizational guidelines; track through approval and fulfillment. Coordinate with vendors to manage orders, resolve logistical issues, and ensure timely delivery of services and materials supporting security programs. Maintain and execute daily operational workflows using internal procurement, finance, and tracking tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Support budget tracking and forecasting activities by maintaining accurate records, reconciling expenditures, and flagging variances to leadership. Prepare and maintain operational reports, dashboards, and executive-ready materials that support leadership visibility into program status, spend, and vendor performance. Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Finance, Procurement, Security Program Managers) to align on process updates, policy changes, and standard operating procedures. Identify process inefficiencies, risks, or blockers and propose actionable solutions that enhance workflow efficiency and reduce operational friction. Maintain comprehensive documentation to support audit readiness, compliance requirements, and knowledge continuity. Top Priority Skills: Financial and procurement operations, cross-functional communication, process documentation, attention to detail Nice-to-Have Background: Management consulting experience, IT or security environment exposure, familiarity with enterprise finance or procurement tools Culture Fit: Self-starter who is detail-oriented, comfortable with ambiguity, and collaborative Deal Breaker: Candidates must be able to commit to 3 days per week on-site in Cupertinothis is a firm requirement