Business Operations & Development Assistant

Machineasy | Industrial Technology, Robotics & Automation

Job Summary

Machineasy is looking for a motivated, organized, and versatile Business Operations & Development Assistant to work directly with the founder in managing and developing the company's business activities.

This position involves assisting with business strategy, sales development, lead generation, human resources, administrative operations, and general business management.

The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling different responsibilities in a growing startup setting. The role requires someone who can help organize business activities, identify opportunities, coordinate projects, and turn plans into action.

Responsibilities

Business Management & Strategy

- Assist the founder with business planning, strategy, and organizational objectives.
- Help coordinate daily business activities and operational priorities.
- Research markets, competitors, industries, and business opportunities.
- Track projects, objectives, deadlines, and company progress.
- Assist with developing business processes and improving operational efficiency.

Sales & Business Development

- Research and identify potential customers, suppliers, and business partners.
- Generate, organize, and manage sales leads.
- Conduct outreach and follow up with prospective clients.
- Maintain customer, supplier, and business contact databases.
- Assist with sales strategies, proposals, presentations, and partnerships.
- Identify new markets and commercial opportunities.

Human Resources & Team Coordination

- Assist with recruitment, job postings, and candidate screening.
- Coordinate interviews, onboarding, and team communications.
- Help organize employee responsibilities and internal workflows.
- Maintain personnel documentation and administrative records.

Administrative & Financial Support

- Manage emails, correspondence, scheduling,



and documentation.
- Organize company files, contracts, and business records.
- Assist with invoices, quotations, purchase orders, and expense tracking.
- Maintain spreadsheets, databases, and business reports.
- Assist with financial administration and budget tracking.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

- Experience in business administration, management, sales, or operations.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Comfortable with computers, spreadsheets, email, and business software.
- Ability to research, analyze information, and organize projects.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Preferred:

- Experience in business development, sales, or lead generation.
- Knowledge of HR, recruitment, and administrative processes.
- Familiarity with CRM, ERP, project management, and financial software.
- Experience supporting management or business owners.
- Knowledge of entrepreneurship, technology, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.
- Bilingual English and French.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who enjoys taking initiative, solving problems, organizing operations, and contributing to business growth.

You should be comfortable moving between administrative work, sales development, research, planning, and coordination.

About Machineasy

Machineasy is an early-stage technology startup developing an industrial platform focused on machinery, robotics, automation, engineering, and intelligent software solutions.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with the founder and contribute to the company's business development, strategic planning, and operational growth.

Employment arrangement: To be discussed based on experience and availability.

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Pay: $97,000.00-$146,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee stock purchase plan
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Stock options
- Work from home

Work Location: Remote

📌 Business Operations & Development Assistant (Canada)
🏢 Machineasy
📍 Canada