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PortPro

PortPro

51-200 employees

Transportation management system for drayage carriers

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$180k - $220kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Applied Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Agile
Data Science
Requirements
  • lead the architecture design and execution to build machine learning-based solutions in the cloud and on a mobile app
  • work full stack across mobile app, cloud services to deliver ML-backed features for customers
  • identify, invent and follow best practices for deploying ML to the cloud and app
  • translate ambiguous product definition into detailed requirements, and end-to-end technical strategy docs
  • define and develop infrastructure to build, release and test updates to underlying ML models in production systems
  • build solutions that let the team quickly experiment while maintaining an exceptionally high quality bar for shipped software
  • lead SCRUM/Agile ceremonies to create and execute consistent and timely delivery
  • identify and represent technical risks to the customer experience, or its delivery to senior leaders and stakeholders
Responsibilities
  • work with Production, Engineering, Data Science to plan, design and deliver customer-facing experiences
  • be hands-on in shaping product, user experience, and team processes to iterate quickly
  • expect to dive deep into the customer problem
  • develop expertise in building software that directly influences real-world human behavior

PortPro specializes in transportation management systems (TMS) specifically designed for container drayage carriers, which transport goods over short distances, often from ports to warehouses. Their main product, drayOS, helps these carriers manage shipments and communicate with customers more effectively. The system includes features like AI-based order entry, real-time container tracking, appointment setting, and customer messaging, making it user-friendly and efficient. Unlike many competitors, PortPro operates on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, allowing clients to subscribe for access and receive continuous updates and support. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and accuracy in container drayage operations, aiming to be the preferred TMS provider in the logistics market.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$12M

Headquarters

Jersey City, New Jersey

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PortPro's $12 million Series A funding will enable significant technological advancements and product enhancements.
  • The company's focus on the drayage sector positions it to capitalize on the projected growth of the industry from $6.1 billion in 2022 to $8.3 billion by 2027.
  • Recognition of key team members, such as Toni Ann Careccio's Women In Supply Chain Award, highlights the company's strong leadership and industry influence.

What critics are saying

  • The niche focus on drayage carriers may limit market expansion opportunities compared to more versatile TMS providers.
  • Dependence on continuous technological innovation to stay ahead of competitors could strain resources and operational capacity.

What makes PortPro unique

  • PortPro's drayOS is specifically tailored for container drayage carriers, unlike broader TMS solutions that cater to multiple transportation sectors.
  • The integration of advanced features like AI-based order entry and real-time container tracking sets PortPro apart from traditional TMS providers.
  • PortPro's recent launch of an Embedded Email Inbox feature is a unique offering that enhances operational efficiency and customer communication.