Role Overview
Mercor is partnering with a cutting-edge AI research initiative to generate high-quality Excel-based training data for financial modeling. We're seeking experienced finance specialists with deep Excel expertise to help synthesize realistic, structurally complex spreadsheets across key financial domains. This short-term, project-based engagement offers a unique opportunity to contribute domain knowledge to frontier model development.
Key Responsibilities
* Create detailed prompts describing real-world supply chain models for synthetic Excel generation
* Review and refine AI-generated spreadsheets for structural logic, formula quality, and formatting
* Build models such as EOQ calculators, safety stock logic, freight cost estimators, and production scheduling tools
* Ensure models follow best practices: clear separation of inputs and calculations, dynamic interdependencies, and professional formatting
* Deliver accurate, formula-dense Excel files that simulate realistic business operations
* You will be given access to Sate-of-the-Art AI Agent that helps you created advanced excels
Ideal Qualifications
* 3+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or manufacturing
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formula use and spreadsheet architecture
* Familiarity with inventory planning, cost modeling, and production workflows
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to validate interlinked formulas and logic
* Experience designing or auditing Excel tools used in supply chain management
More About the Opportunity
* Remote and asynchronous — contributors set their own schedule
* Expected time commitment: ~10h/week
* Project duration: 1 week (with possibility for extension)
* Target volume: 20 unique, high-complexity Excel files in 1 week.
Compensation & Contract Terms
* $70/h
* Payments issued weekly for accepted deliverables
* Independent contractor arrangement
Application Process
* Submit your resume to express interest
* Candidates may be asked to complete a short Excel task as part of the evaluation
About Mercor
* Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations
* Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey
* Thousands of professionals across law, engineering, finance, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI