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Via · 2 weeks ago

Strategy and Operations Principal, Fleet Operations

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $165K/yr

6+ years exp

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. As a Strategy & Operations Principal, you will lead a diverse array of projects directly impacting Via’s Fleet Operations, setting strategy, developing partnerships, and managing operational analyses and process improvements.

LogisticsMobile AppsReal TimeRide SharingTransportation

Responsibilities

Drive targets: Own the achievement of monthly, quarterly and annual operations and financial targets by developing and implementing innovative strategies

Strategic partnerships: Develop and nurture strategic partnerships and manage vendor relations to achieve Via’s growth and operational objectives

Operational excellence: Manage essential aspects of daily operations to ensure smooth ongoing operations, while also thinking strategically about long-term improvements and sustainable growth

Process improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, implement best practices, and build scalable systems that support Via’s continued expansion

Adaptability: Respond to shifting business needs, pivoting effectively to align with company priorities and new opportunities

P&L ownership: Use data to interpret P&L, influence cost structure, and drive margin improvements

Strategic impact: Engage in strategic decision-making, rigorous project planning, and employ an entrepreneurial mindset to continually evolve Via’s operations

Data analysis: Perform detailed analyses to support data-driven decision-making

Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate with teams across the organization, including Market Operations and Partner Operations, to deliver projects and support impact for our partners and riders

Qualification

Strategic partnershipsData analysisProcess improvementP&L ownershipFleet experienceData analytics (SQL)Effective communicatorAnalytical tools ExcelAnalytical tools Google SuiteAnalytical tools TableauTeam leaderCollaborative team playerDetail oriented

Required

Minimum of 6+ years of work experience

Have a Bachelor's Degree with a record of exceptional academic achievement

Partner-facing: Skilled at managing and building relationships with external partners and stakeholders

High degree of ownership: You have a proven track record of translating strategy into operational success

Effective communicator: You excel in conducting complex analyses and can distill key insights for various audiences, with a knack for finding the right tone

Team leader: Effective team leader with a track record of driving collective success through strategic direction and engagement

Project ownership: Effective at managing multiple tasks simultaneously and comfortable taking on responsibility and working in an independent manner

Collaborative team player: Skilled at generating buy-in and working effectively within a multi-team, multi-geography organization

Detail oriented: Meticulous and vigilant, with a high level of attention to detail

Comfortable with analytical tools such as Excel, Google Suite, and Tableau, with a desire to further enhance your skills

Data analytics experience is a plus (SQL)

Fleet experience is a plus