About VALD
VALD is the world leader in technology for the allied health industry, providing innovative human-measurement technology to over 10,000 clients in over 150 countries. If you have a favorite team in the NBA, EPL, or NFL, there's a good chance they use VALD Technologies.
Since its humble beginnings in 2015 in Brisbane, Australia, VALD has grown to a team of over 300 team members in over 30 countries, with 5 offices across four continents.
Driven by a multidisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, sports scientists, designers, developers and engineers, VALD's suite of systems offer unparalleled insight into human movement, performance, injury risk and rehabilitation.
About the Role:
The Operations Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of daily activities across departments. This position involves managing various tasks and processes that enhance productivity and streamline workflows, making it an integral part of our operations or administration team. As an Operations Coordinator, you will execute operational plans and respond dynamically to the changing needs of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process Management: Oversee and improve organizational processes to ensure effective workflows. This involves mapping standard operating procedures and identifying areas for improvement.
- Logistics Coordination: Manage logistics related to procurement and the organization of resources. This includes coordinating shipments, inventory management, and booking courses, conferences, or events.
- Administrative Support: Provide administrative support to various departments, including meeting scheduling, writing weekly / monthly reports, and preparing presentations.
- Data Analysis: Collect and analyze operational data to support decision-making, generate reports, and track KPIs.
- Project Coordination: Assist in the planning and execution of projects, ensuring milestones are met on time. Coordinate with team members and maintain project documentation.
- Communication & Collaboration: Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across departments to ensure the organization’s goals are aligned.
- Problem-Solving: Address operational challenges proactively by identifying potential issues and implementing effective solutions.
Is this you?
Required Skills & Qualifications:
To excel in the role of Operations Coordinator, the ideal candidate should have a mix of administrative, logistical, and technical skills, alongside the ability to manage dynamic tasks efficiently. Key qualifications include:
- Strong proficiency in Excel, and general Microsoft office software.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- A keen attention to detail, especially when dealing with documents, data, and schedules.
- Analytical thinking to process data and provide insights that support operational decisions.
- Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing operational challenges.
- Adaptability to changing circumstances and priorities in a dynamic working environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for engaging with team members. High proficiency in English (written and spoken).
- Team collaboration and the ability to foster a cooperative work atmosphere.
- Relevant education is desired but not mandatory; individual backgrounds will be considered in the hiring process.
Additional Information:
- The position is fully remote, with a strong preference for candidates in the Santa Barbara County area, though other parts of California will also be considered.
- The role may involve occasional travel for conferences, courses, or other company events.
If you are ready to take on a diverse, impactful role in a forward-thinking company, this could be the opportunity for you. At VALD, we value adaptability, teamwork, and an eagerness to help drive operational success.
It’s not expected that any single candidate would check every box here. If you meet just some of the requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application!
We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re at all interested. Show us how your experience could improve our team and widen our perspective. Our selection process includes assessing the requirements of the role vs the individual, and how well we think they will work in the VALD team.
Why VALD?
At VALD, you’ll join a global team redefining how performance and healthcare professionals measure and improve human movement.
We offer opportunities to learn from high-performing teams, collaborate across disciplines, and grow within a company that values curiosity, accountability, and impact. Semi-annual global team gatherings provide opportunities for professional development and connection, while our culture prioritizes inclusion, diversity, and long-term growth.
VALD Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
VALD’s best asset is not our technology but our people and culture. A culture of inclusion and diversity is critical to our business. We know diverse teams perform better. It's not a separate initiative – we aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and embracing diversity, including gender, nationality, disability, age, marital/parental status, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic background and sexual orientation. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
Conditions of Employment
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks (including identity and criminal record checks). It will be a condition of employment that the background checks return acceptable results.