Vorto is on a mission to increase sustainability and create more jobs by making supply chains more efficient across the entire value chain. Through powerful AI technology, Vorto's autonomous supply chain platform seeks to reduce carbon emissions caused by supply chain transportation, improve the lives of approximately 3.5 million truck drivers and create more jobs across all players in B2B transactions. We operate in a very fast-paced and nimble environment that is highly focused on a team-first, accomplishment-oriented culture that is passionate about the organization's success. Our products have been developed by a world-class engineering team that simplifies complex business problems. We encourage you to visit our careers page and read this blog post to learn more about our culture.
About the Role
Are you passionate about leading operational excellence in an entrepreneurial and dynamic work environment? Are you yearning for an opportunity to utilize your creativity to grow a scaling process? We are looking for a Director of Operations, Business Unit/Segment to join us on our journey to facilitate a digital revolution in the B2B supply chain. We are a culture-first organization that works relentlessly to maintain our culture.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the CEO and CFO to develop and implement the company's strategic plan and objectives
Develop, launch, and stabilize new initiatives/business segments including:
Developing the strategic vision, goals, objectives, and tactics for the project at hand
Build and lead a high-performing team of employees that focuses on operational excellence, customer service, and maintaining a win-or-die mentality, setting clear goals and expectations and providing regular feedback
Work cross-functionally with other departments and leaders to ensure alignment and successful execution of objectives
Establish and evaluate KPIs for organizations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to drive efficiency and effectiveness
Leading from the front when necessary and doing whatever it takes to ensure operational success
Maintains relationships with customer stakeholders, including buyers, influencers, users, and their vendors
Liaise between users and product team for product/feature development
Hire, develop, and manage the performance and development of colleagues
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualifications
Track record of establishing, executing against, and exceeding personal and company objectives/KPIs
Ability to work cross-functionally across customers' operations, IT, supply chain, logistics, and finance departments while supporting customer adoption
Understanding of service-focused operations teams that support customers whose operations are 24/7/365
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency in all projects and an ability to prioritize and re-prioritize as necessary.
Ability to multi-task projects and required tasks in an organized fashion
Ability to work in a team environment as well as self-motivated in individual projects
Ability to communicate both verbally and written to all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (outlook, excel, word)
Required Skills
University degree required - in the disciplines of either Supply Chain Management, Business/Finance, or Engineering - from a top university
4+ years of experience leading a team of 3 or more direct reports
5-10 years of working experience
Start-up experience (e.g., Series A, B, or C) strongly preferred
Finance and consulting experience preferred
Managed transportation experience preferred
Experience with customer change management preferred
Preferred Skills
Competitive compensation package
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Flex and Health Savings Plans
Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance
Company-paid parking or RTD pass
Voluntary income protection benefits including Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Protection Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free or discounted legal program
Product & Services Discount Program
Modern office space in downtown Denver with daily coffee, tea, drinks & snacks
We supply the industry's best hardware and productivity software.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Vorto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned