Sr Manager of Business Operations (R2890)
Shield AI
What You'll Do:
- Work with the COO to develop, plan and execute key initiatives in line with top priorities
- Communicate operational priorities, activities, and results to the broader organization
- Maintain strong pulse and feedback loop on organizational needs and issues
- Identify process gaps, propose solutions, and implement process improvements
- Problem-solve specific business issues as they arise, identify solution options, facilitate decision meetings, and drive execution post decision
- Gather, organize, and synthesize key operational data to inform decision making
- Monitor performance of and continuously improve key cross functional corporate processes to drive operational excellence
- Create and implement corporate operational plans; drive accountability and follow through across key stakeholders and action officers
Required Qualifications:
- 2-5 years of experience with a top management consulting firm or as a Chief of Staff or similar role within a fast-moving organization or 8+ years management and leadership experience, preferably in operational settings
- Experience owning cross-functional improvement initiatives end-to-end
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- High level of technical proficiency in business productivity and project management tools (e.g., SmartSheet, Excel, PowerPoint, Asana, Jira, or equivalent)
- Understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methodologies
- MBA or advanced degree