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Strategic Operations Manager

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Uber

Uber

10,001+ employees

Global platform for ride-hailing and logistics

Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$91k - $101.5kAnnually

+ Bonus Program + Equity Award

Junior, Mid

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Miami, FL, USA

Employees are expected to spend at least half of their work time in the Miami office.

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
SQL
Salesforce
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 2.5+ years of professional work experience in a related field (consulting, operations, strategy, analytics, tech, investment banking)
  • Experience with quantitative data analysis, deep measurable insights, modeling, and test plan design and analysis
  • Strong experience building and executing sophisticated processes
  • Excel/Google Sheets or SQL proficiency
  • Bachelor degree
  • 4+ years of professional work experience in a related field, such as consulting, investment banking, strategy, operations, or analytics
  • Unparalleled business judgement and critical thinking skills with the ability to use data to quickly develop strategies and make decisions
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience communicating data & insights to a sophisticated audience
  • Strong collaboration and partner leadership skills - building deep, trust-based relationships with territory and cross functional teams
  • Experience working closely and communicating effectively with a diverse set of partners in a constantly evolving, rapid growth environment with tight deadlines
  • High energy working style and optimistic attitude
  • Python/R experience (visualization, data wrangling, statistical modeling, A/B testing, etc.)
  • Experience with Salesforce
Responsibilities
  • Focus on Eater, Merchant, or Courier operations and experience within a geo
  • Provide input on local business need or how regulation impacts processes or products
  • Identify, tackle, or advance customer or tech issues and opportunities
  • Track performance against OKRs across the territory
  • Plan and lead multi-city or state-wide initiatives
  • Dive analysis on strategic decisions, including understanding key levers to improve results and clarifying tradeoff decisions
  • Develop tools and training to enable City Managers and commercial teams to optimize their results
  • Build any city-specific processes or campaigns needed in addition to or instead of scaled ones
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Territories, Marketing, and Legal to achieve goals

Uber connects people and goods through its global platform, offering services in ride-hailing and logistics. Users can request rides or deliveries via the app, which matches them with drivers or delivery personnel. The company operates on a commission-based model, earning revenue from ride fares, delivery fees, and service charges. What sets Uber apart from its competitors is its wide range of services, including freight and essential goods transportation, along with a strong focus on safety through driver background checks and real-time verification. The goal of Uber is to continuously expand its offerings and improve the user experience in transportation and delivery.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$24.8B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Uber's innovative travel products, such as Uber Yacht and Uber Cruise, cater to high-end tourists, potentially increasing revenue and brand prestige.
  • The settlement in Massachusetts could serve as a model for similar agreements globally, enhancing driver satisfaction and retention.
  • Uber's 'One Less Car' initiative could attract environmentally conscious consumers, boosting its reputation and user base.

What critics are saying

  • The high cost of settlements and compliance with new regulations could strain Uber's financial resources.
  • Expanding into new services like boat rides may divert focus and resources from its core ride-hailing business.

What makes Uber unique

  • Uber's expansion into boat services in European tourist destinations like Ibiza, Venice, and Greece sets it apart from traditional ride-hailing competitors.
  • The company's strategic push to become a super app, offering comprehensive travel booking options, differentiates it from other ride-hailing services.
  • Uber's settlement with Massachusetts, which includes guaranteed minimum pay and benefits for drivers, positions it as a leader in driver welfare compared to other gig economy companies.

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