Essential Operations Deal Desk Associate

At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one—not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next.

Job Title:

Essential Operations Deal Desk Associate

Company:

Prologis

Essential Operations Deal Desk Associate

Location: Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; or Atlanta, GA

A day in the life

Prologis is seeking a Essential Operations Associate for its Prologis Essentials business who will be instrumental in continuing to grow and support the Prologis Essentials platform. We are looking for a vital team-player, who will play a key role in supporting the operations and product teams in driving visibility, efficiencies, growth, and strategy while also assisting with exciting new product development. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, entrepreneurial, creative, forward-thinking, and a well-rounded analytical problem solver ready to thrive in an exciting startup environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the structuring and execution of complex deals across the Essentials business while building scalable processes, systems, and AI-enabled workflows that support rapid growth.

Deal Structuring & Pricing Strategy

• Own the analysis and structuring of complex, multi-product deals—ensuring pricing, underwriting, and contract terms align with margin targets, risk frameworks, and strategic objectives.
• Continuously refine pricing models (e.g., D2M racking, bundled solutions) for consistency, competitiveness and profitability.

End-to-End Deal Execution

• Drive deals from intake through close—developing proposals, managing approvals, and ensuring accurate contract execution.
• Serve as a strategic partner to Sales, providing guidance on deal positioning, trade-offs, and execution strategy.
• Support execution of key initiatives and ad hoc projects to enable the business to scale efficiently

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Act as a central connector across Sales, Legal, Finance, Product, and IT. Influence stakeholders, manage external financing partnerships, and support deal execution at a national scale.
• Manage external financing partnerships and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide informal leadership within Deal Desk, including onboarding, mentorship and knowledge sharing.

Systems & Process Ownership (CLM + Operations)

• Own and scale deal workflows through systems such as CLM and CRM. Define requirements, partner with IT and Legal on implementation, and ensure data integrity, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Observe and evaluate operational needs, identifying opportunities to improve processes, increase visibility, and drive efficiency across the business
• Build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, customers, partners and facilitate the continued integration of Prologis Essentials into our real estate business.

Data, Automation, AI & Scale Enablement

• Identify and implement opportunities to automate deal desk workflows. Leverage AI tools and agent-based solutions to improve proposal generation, underwriting, approvals, and data workflows—driving faster cycle times and increased deal throughput.
• Perform data analysis and develop new metrics, benchmarks, and insights to uncover opportunities for growth, efficiency, and cost savings

Building blocks for success

Required:

• Strong commercial & financial acumen with 4+ years of experience in deal desk, finance, sales operations, or related fields with a focus on deal structuring, pricing, or underwriting
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex deal structures, pricing, and margins
• Proven ability to independently manage end-to-end deal execution in fast-paced environments with tight timelines
• Experience influencing and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders (Sales, Legal, Finance, Product, IT)
• Systems-oriented mindset with experience using and improving CRM/CLM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) to drive efficiency
• Experience or strong interest in automation, AI tools (zappier, Claude, chatgpt, etc), or scalable workflow design to enhance deal execution
• Dedicated to the team’s success and openly willing to contribute to the needs of the team whenever vital; strong time management skills required alongside work schedule flexibility.
• Open to occasional business travel as needs instruct.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• Demonstrates willingness and capability to leverage emerging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and speed. Exercises sound judgment, creative thinking, and accountability for outcomes. 

Hiring Salary Range of: $104,800-$131,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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People First

Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.

When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.

As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.

All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time. 

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Type:

Full time

Location:

Denver, Colorado

Additional Locations:

Atlanta, Georgia, Chicago, Illinois