Full-Time

Strategic Business Development Principal

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Via

Via

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital transportation solutions and network optimization

Automotive & Transportation
Consulting

Compensation Overview

$125k - $165kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Houston, TX, USA + 2 more

More locations: Austin, TX, USA | Dallas, TX, USA

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Sales
Marketing
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • You have a minimum of 8+ years of client facing experience with a record of achievement in the Sales, Business Development, Consulting, or similar space
  • An educator, collaborator, and thought partner: you enjoy consultative sales processes, and know how to use data to build a compelling narrative
  • A skilled and methodical researcher: you’re attracted to complex problems, and you’re not afraid to jump into new environments.
  • Intuitive communicator; whether in customer conversations, product presentations, or written proposals, you always strike the right tone and communicate persuasively.
  • Superb commercial intuition and exceptional judgment -- you know when to push and when to yield in maximizing the value of a potential deal.
  • A reliable, motivated self-starter with a passionate growth mentality. You enjoy fast-paced environments, aren’t deterred by setbacks or pivots, and thrive in roles requiring a very high degree of responsibility.
  • An excellent team player; you’re a meaningful individual contributor, and a mentor to others on your team. You view successes as team efforts, and enjoy working with others.
Responsibilities
  • Identify prospective partners in your territory and build meaningful and durable revenue-generating relationships with a diverse group of prospective clients, from elected officials to private-sector business leaders.
  • Lead execution and strategy for full-cycle Sales efforts across your territory, working to make transit better for your community, and your region’s communities.
  • Strategically navigate your market’s unique buying landscape using research strong analytical skills to build compelling, data-driven business cases for our platform and demonstrate our value proposition across a range of verticals.
  • Be a thought partner to prospective clients by educating and consulting with them to develop regional transit plans and find funding mechanisms within your market.
  • Champion our mission and technology as the 'face of Via' by leading local marketing campaigns, speaking at conferences, and providing consistent thought leadership in the mobility space.

Via enhances transportation systems by creating efficient digital networks for various clients, including urban and rural residents, corporate employees, and students. Its TransitTech technology offers flexible mobility solutions that are cost-effective and designed to improve convenience and efficiency for riders. Via streamlines operations, particularly in student transit, and provides additional services like planning and scheduling through its Remix platform. The company also offers custom simulations to help clients optimize their transit networks. Via's Citymapper for Cities app delivers passenger insights to strengthen transit systems, while its corporate and campus shuttles improve employee commutes. Additionally, Via supports the healthcare sector by ensuring patients have reliable transportation to appointments. The goal of Via is to leverage digital technology to enhance transportation efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the overall rider experience.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$862.9M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

28%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Via's recent $110 million funding round at a $3.5 billion valuation indicates strong investor confidence and potential for significant growth.
  • Partnerships with organizations like Toyota Mobility Foundation and King County Metro highlight Via's ability to collaborate effectively and implement innovative transit solutions.
  • The acquisition of Citymapper positions Via to offer a more integrated and user-friendly transit experience, potentially increasing user adoption and satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the TransitTech sector means Via must continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Integration challenges with newly acquired companies like Citymapper could lead to operational inefficiencies and delays.

What makes Via unique

  • Via's TransitTech technology offers highly configurable and flexible mobility solutions, setting it apart from traditional, rigid transportation systems.
  • The acquisition of Citymapper enhances Via's end-to-end TransitTech solutions, providing comprehensive passenger insights and stronger transit networks.
  • Via's focus on diverse sectors, including healthcare and corporate shuttles, broadens its market reach beyond typical urban transit solutions.

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Benefits

Competitive salaries and equity packages.

Health and wellness benefits.

Local volunteer opportunities.

Support for all new parents.

Learning opportunities through our Via-Versity.

Employee Resource Groups.