Bioenergy Career Map: Business Operations Assistant

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The job of business operations assistant is an entry-level position in bioenergy, in the operations, management, and business career sub-sector. Job seekers with operations, management, and business backgrounds or students studying liberal arts could consider this type of entry-level bioenergy job.

Business operations assistants assist in coordinating an organization's financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency. People in these positions may hold internships or entry-level jobs in bioenergy business operations.

Business Operations Assistant

Alternate Title(s)	Assistant Accountant; Financial Analyst Trainee; Operational Assistant; Marketing Assistant; Financial Assistant; Procurement Assistant; Wholesale and Manufacturing Sales Representative
Education & Training Level Description	Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
Experience	0–3 years
Job Skills	Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data Principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications Effective written, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Job Profile	The business operations arm of the bioenergy value chain plays a key role in the development of a resilient bioenergy industry. Individuals in this sector work to make continual improvements to the overall operations of the business (e.g., biorefinery) in order to improve profitability and maximize customer value, and in doing so help biofuels and bioproducts achieve a competitive advantage. Business operating activities can include negotiating contracts, addressing budget matters, making strategic marketing decisions, and helping various departments within an organization coordinate to meet end goals. In the bioenergy sector they may be involved in acquiring investors for development activities, managing feedstock supply, and facilitating end product distribution and sales. At the entry level, the individual assists in coordinating the organization's financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency. A bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related degree is highly recommended. Employers also value relevant experience gained through part-time employment, internships, or volunteer work.

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