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Diego Rotmistrovsky

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Versatile Filmmaker. Jack of all trades.

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Laureana Logioia

Argentina

RevOps Specialist | HubSpot Expert

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Samantha Russell, PMP

Collingwood, Ontario, Canada

Expert in telecom project management 📶

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Kunal Dave

India

Fractional COO, Business Process Automation | ClickUp, Make

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Laetitia Nhouyvanisvong

Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland

Creative Biz Consultant. Strategize, Design, Inspire.

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Matt Brooks

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Operations + Scaling for Music Tech & Startups

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Isabel Feuerstein

Bellingham, Washington, United States

Support, Operations & Admin Specialist

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Kelsey Zarcone

Sabana Hoyos, Arecibo, Puerto Rico

A Magical Marketer & Writing Wizard!

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Olivia Kelliher

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Balancing creativity & entrepreneurship 🚀

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Igor Evtropov

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

Senior Digital Project Manager / Certified Scrum Master PSM

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Krista Smith

New York, New York, United States

Digital Marketing Strategist & Project Management Expert

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Jitin Kanwar

Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India

Data-Driven Marketing Maven

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Janet Uwakwe

Enugu, Enugu, Nigeria

Project Manager & Virtual Assistant✨

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David Borgaily

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

🚀 Expert Project Manager & CAPM Certified 🥇

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Christina Moica

London, Ontario, Canada

Managing projects, remote teams, and systems/ops ✨

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Studio SK

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Full-service digital consultancy

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Sylvia Gonzalez

Chicago, Illinois, United States

I’m your one-stop shop for creative and digital solutions!

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Danielle Hogan

Orlando, Florida, United States

Boost your impact with streamlined systems

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Nicole Dossous

United States

Masterful Business Operations & Copy Expert

Common projects for Operations Managers

Streamlining business processes and operations.

Implementing project management strategies.

Managing and improving supply chain operations.

Overseeing financial management and budgeting.

Developing and implementing operational policies.

Coordinating with various departments to ensure business efficiency.

Tips for working with and hiring Operations Managers

Define your expectations

Before hiring, make sure to clearly outline what you expect from the Operations Manager. This can include specific tasks, goals, and deadlines.

Review their past experience

Take time to review the Operations Manager's profile and previous work experience to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge for your project. Look at the companies and projects they have worked with in the past.

Ensure they are familiar with necessary tools

An Operations Manager should be proficient in project management tools and software. Make sure they are comfortable using the tools your company utilizes.

Maintain open communication

Regular and open communication is key to a successful project. This can be facilitated through Contra's platform, ensuring both parties are on the same page throughout the project.

How to hire Operations Managers

Identify your needs

Start by identifying what you need from an Operations Manager. This could include specific tasks, areas of expertise, and the goals you want to achieve.

Create a detailed job post

Post a job on Contra detailing your requirements. Include information about your company, the scope of the job, the skills needed, and the project timeline.

Review applications and profiles

Review the applications and profiles of Operations Managers on Contra. Pay attention to their skills, experience, and previous work.

Conduct interviews

Interview potential candidates to assess their suitability for the job. Ask about their experience, approach to operations management, and how they handle various aspects of the job.

Make an offer

Once you've found the right candidate, make an offer through Contra. This should include the project details, payment terms, and timeline.

3 questions to ask when interviewing Operations Managers

1. Can you describe a time when you improved an operational process and what was the outcome?

2. How do you handle project management and what tools do you use?

3. Can you provide examples of how you managed budgets in previous projects?

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Frequently asked
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Freelance Operations Managers oversee the day-to-day operations of a business. They are responsible for ensuring business efficiency, managing budgets, streamlining processes, and coordinating with various departments.

Freelance Operations Managers oversee the day-to-day operations of a business. They are responsible for ensuring business efficiency, managing budgets, streamlining processes, and coordinating with various departments.

Hiring an Operations Manager on Contra allows you to find experienced professionals who can bring value to your business operations. Contra's platform makes the hiring process easy and efficient, allowing you to review profiles, collaborate, and handle contracts and payments all in one place.

You can post a job detailing your requirements on Contra. Operations Managers who match your criteria can then apply for the job. Alternatively, you can browse the profiles of Operations Managers and invite those you are interested in to apply.

Projects that require Operations Manager skills often involve streamlining business operations, implementing project management strategies, improving supply chain operations, overseeing financial management, and developing operational policies.

The cost of hiring an Operations Manager on Contra can vary based on their experience and skills, and the scope of the project. On average, Operations Managers charge between $47 and $61 per hour.

Operations Managers often use a variety of tools to facilitate their work. This can include project management software like Trello or Asana, communication tools like Slack, and other business software like G Suite or Confluence.

Freelance Operations Managers are paid commission-free on Contra. They may charge per project, per hour, or per milestone. Payments are held in escrow at the beginning of the project and are only released after the deliverables are approved, ensuring a fair and secure payment process.

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