Full-Time

Growth Operations Associate

Posted on 2/9/2024

Traba

Traba

201-500 employees

Connects businesses with flexible labor solutions

Consulting
Industrial & Manufacturing

Compensation Overview

$80k - $130kAnnually

Entry, Junior

New York, NY, USA

Position requires onsite presence in New York City.

Category
Growth Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Customer Service
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • 1-2+ years of experience in consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, working at a startup, business development, or related roles
  • Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever it takes with a “no task too small” mentality
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, derive insights and make data-driven decisions.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with customers, workers, and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
  • Owning and implementing the growth strategy for an entire state, including launching new markets for Traba, taking the market from 0-1, and taking our existing markets from 1-10.
  • Prospect, meet with, and close partnerships with warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities.
  • Act as an advocate for Traba's brand, representing our company's vision, values, and unique value proposition to potential partners.
  • Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities.
  • Develop and execute strategies to penetrate new markets, increase market share, and drive revenue growth.
  • Build tools, provide geo insights, analysis, and reporting structures to surface insights, and recommend strategies and initiatives to cross-functional teams.
  • Become a trusted subject matter expert within the light industrial space (distribution, fulfillment, manufacturing, third-party logistics) and everything that touches the global supply chain.
  • Establish a new benchmark for operational excellence by proactively addressing operational bottlenecks and efficiently managing supply and demand dynamics within the Traba marketplace.
  • Tackle a wide range of operational tasks, including generating and deploying a labor supply into a launch market, worker payment issues, and actively supporting the integration of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) at a 3PL (third-party logistics provider) to Traba’s database.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, understanding their needs and providing exceptional customer service.

Traba connects local light industrial workers with businesses that need flexible labor solutions. The company serves clients like warehouses and event organizers by providing general labor roles such as lumpers, picker packers, and warehouse associates. Businesses can use Traba's digital platform to request workers for specific shifts, ensuring they receive the right number of vetted and insured workers to meet their needs. Workers benefit from the platform by accessing flexible shifts that fit their schedules, allowing them to earn more based on the number of shifts they take. Traba generates revenue by charging businesses for staffing services, typically through a fee per shift or subscription model. The platform stands out with features like easy shift requests, thorough worker vetting, and the ability to adjust labor needs based on demand.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$44.4M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Traba raised $22M, indicating strong investor confidence and growth potential.
  • Increased demand for flexible labor solutions post-pandemic boosts Traba's market relevance.
  • Digital transformation in staffing aligns with Traba's platform-based business model.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Instawork and Bluecrew in light industrial staffing.
  • Regulatory scrutiny over gig economy practices could impact Traba's operations.
  • Technological disruptions may reduce demand for human labor in warehouses.

What makes Traba unique

  • Traba connects businesses with vetted, reliable workers for specific shifts.
  • The platform offers seamless shift requests and worker vetting for operational efficiency.
  • Traba focuses on light industrial roles, including warehouse and event staffing.

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Benefits

Competitive salary & compensation

Equity

In-person office

Health, dental, & vision

Breakfast, lunch, dinner & snacks

Leadership development

Ongoing learning opportunities

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