Full-Time

Strategic Operations & Finance Manager

Posted on 9/30/2024

Safari AI

Safari AI

11-50 employees

Computer vision for space measurement and analysis

Data & Analytics
Hardware
Enterprise Software

Mid

New York, NY, USA

Expected to work from the midtown Manhattan office at least 4 times a week.

Category
Corporate Finance
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • Undergraduate degree from a top 30 university
  • 3+ years of experience in Finance, Management Consulting, or similar Operations / Finance / Strategy leadership position at a early- or mid-stage startup, preferably in Enterprise SaaS
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and administrative skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Bias for action with natural ability to multitask
  • Eager to 'eat responsibility' and not wait to be told what to do
  • Available to travel on an occasional basis
Responsibilities
  • Lead and support essential business operations functions, including but not limited to Finance, Vendor Management, People Ops, and other everyday functions
  • Set the company up for scale as it has now crossed a multi-million dollar ARR level
  • Manage the company model and budget
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and help drive customer relations as renewal and expansion opportunities present themselves
  • Contribute to Technical Operations, specifically working with the company's outsourced partners to label and QA client data
  • Partner with Sales to lead the response to RFIs and RFPs where the company believes it has a high chance of winning
  • Help manage key vendor relationships and search for redundancies and savings opportunities as we outgrow existing suppliers
  • Assist the CEO in future fundraising efforts

Safari AI specializes in computer vision technology that helps businesses measure and analyze physical spaces in real-time. Their products utilize object detection and counting solutions to gather data on pedestrian counts, vehicle counts, staff detection, and occupancy levels. This technology allows businesses to automate data collection processes that were previously done manually or with outdated systems. Unlike competitors, Safari AI integrates seamlessly with existing IP cameras and IoT devices, making it a cost-effective option without the need for specialized equipment. The company's goal is to provide businesses with accurate and timely data to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experiences.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$7.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

25%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

42%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Integration with smart city initiatives enhances urban planning and traffic management.
  • Expansion into health and safety monitoring offers new value propositions for clients.
  • Collaboration with 5G networks improves real-time data processing capabilities.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging startups threatens Safari AI's market share.
  • Privacy concerns may impact client adoption of surveillance technology.
  • Economic downturns could reduce spending on technology solutions in retail and hospitality.

What makes Safari AI unique

  • Safari AI uses computer vision for real-time data in physical spaces.
  • Their technology integrates with existing IP cameras, reducing the need for new hardware.
  • They offer a subscription model, providing cost-effective solutions for data-driven decisions.

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