Operations Manager (Leadership Program)

About VORTO

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 to a degree where adoption is effortless. 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 working in an entrepreneurial and dynamic work environment? Are you yearning for an opportunity to utilize your intellect, hard work, and creativity to revolutionize a stagnant industry? We are looking for an Operations Manager (Leadership Program) to join us on our journey to transform the traditional supply chain industry.

Responsibilities

• We view this individual to be the next generation of multi-functional leaders in the organization

• As such, for initial training, this individual will be placed in various roles throughout the company, varying from front line roles to logistics management roles to product roles to team management roles, to develop their abilities

• This individual will be mentored by the senior executives, either the CEO and/or the CFO/COO

• A candidate who successfully completes the program will be able to do the following:

• Working directly with the CEO and/or CFO/COO 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

• Work cross-functionally with other departments and leaders to ensure alignment and successful execution of objectives

• 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 to team members

• Establish and evaluate KPIs for organizations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to drive efficiency and effectiveness

• Leading from the front and doing whatever it takes to ensure operational success

• Maintain relationships with customer stakeholders, including buyers, influencers, users, and their vendors

• Liaise between users and the product team for product/feature development

• Other duties as necessary

• Previous similar candidates have become senior level operations or product leaders within 2 years of starting with the company

Education details

• University degree in the following disciplines (required):

• Physics

• Mathematics

• Science

• Engineering

• Computer Science

• GPA 3.8+ (required)

• Key attributes (highly recommended)

• Leadership & teamwork

• Problem-solving & analytical experience

• Entrepreneurial or project-based experience

• Communication & presentation skills

• Demonstrated initiative & ownership

• Sports and Extracurriculars (recommended)

Required Skills

• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency in all projects and an ability to prioritize and re-prioritize as necessary.

• 0-2 years of work experience

• Ability to work cross-functionally across various departments - customer operations, IT, logistics, and finance departments

• Understanding of service-focused operations teams that support customers whose operations are 24/7/365

• Ability to multi-task projects and required tasks in an organized fashion

• Ability to work in a team environment as well as self-motivation in individual projects

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to all levels of the organization

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (outlook, excel, word)

Pay range and compensation package

$110K and up 12.5% bonus

Benefits

At VORTO we are committed to developing our employees and providing them exciting opportunities to grow and prosper in their careers. We encourage you to visit our careers page and read this blog post to learn more about our culture.

We offer a competitive benefits package as well as numerous additional perks including:

• Competitive compensation package

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• 401k with matching

• Company paid life and short-term disability insurance

• Company paid parking or transit pass

• Relocation offered when applicable

• Modern office space in downtown Denver

• Daily coffee, tea, drinks & snacks

• Team happy hours

VORTO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position will be posted until a qualified candidate is hired.

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.