General Manager @ Zūm | Simplify Jobs

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Full-Time

General Manager

Zūm

201-500 employees

Comprehensive student transportation management platform

Data & Analytics

Education

Senior

San Bernardino, CA, USA

Requirements

7+ years of significant operational experience within a transportation environment
Demonstrated experience improving safety performance within respective operations
Proven track record in developing a leadership team and individuals whilst ensuring an engaged workforce
Managed in a unionized environment is a definite advantage
Sound experience in leading projects and has the ability to draw upon and utilize a team to complete the tasks
Positive demeanor with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and make decisions
Definite self-starter who can act on their own initiative
Stakeholder and customer relationship skills/experience are essential

Responsibilities

Be an integral part of putting together an operational plan which meets the needs of our customer requirements in the bid process
Upon successfully winning the associated bid, the General Manager will be responsible for the entire start-up (sourcing the facility, hiring a team, implementing market-leading IT solutions, establishing a P&L, ordering a fleet of vehicles, etc.)
Establish customer and stakeholder relationships, exceeding all expectations
Utilize the Zum IT infrastructure, ensure a balanced scorecard (KPI's) is exceeded in all areas and shared with the stakeholders
Work with the relevant teams, spearheading a behavioral safety culture for all employees and beyond
Develop and coach Zum employees to be our next tier of leaders
Full P&L accountability
Multi-site accountability within the respective district

Zūm has reimagined student transportation, the nation’s largest mass transit system. Our integrated end-to-end cloud-based platform provides a modern service for school districts purpose-built around the needs of kids and the expectations of their families. Zūm provides one seamless, real-time interface for parents, drivers, schools, districts, administrators, and operators, to transport children safely and with increased visibility and personalized care. Our multi-sized vehicle approach includes an electric vehicle-first commitment, reduces student commute times by up to 20%, and coupled with our marketplace, delivers added fleet efficiency and optimization. We have been driving the industry forward since 2015, and with more than 8 million miles completed to date, we are leading a new era of safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable transportation.

Responsibilities:

Be an integral part of putting together an operational plan which meets the needs of our customer requirements in the bid process
Upon successfully winning the associated bid, the General Manager will be responsible for the entire start-up (sourcing the facility, hiring a team, implementing market-leading IT solutions, establishing a P&L, ordering a fleet of vehicles, etc.)
Establish customer and stakeholder relationships, exceeding all expectations
Utilize the Zum IT infrastructure, ensure a balanced scorecard (KPI’s) is exceeded in all areas and shared with the stakeholders
Work with the relevant teams, spearheading a behavioral safety culture for all employees and beyond
Develop and coach Zum employees to be our next tier of leaders
Full P&L accountability
Multi-site accountability within the respective district

Requirements:

7+ years of significant operational experience within a transportation environment
Demonstrated experience improving safety performance within respective operations
Proven track record in developing a leadership team and individuals whilst ensuring an engaged workforce
Managed in a unionized environment is a definite advantage
Sound experience in leading projects and has the ability to draw upon and utilize a team to complete the tasks
Positive demeanor with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and make decisions
Definite self-starter who can act on their own initiative
Stakeholder and customer relationship skills/experience are essential

The targeted base salary range for this role is listed in the compensation section below. Actual salary may be above or below this range based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. In addition, this position may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity, or commissions. If you are a full-time salaried or hourly worker, we offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Holidays, Wellness, Vacation, and more. The targeted pay range for this role in US CA is: $115k-140k annually

Zum Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Zūm is a pioneering company in the student transportation sector, offering a comprehensive solution that integrates every aspect of the journey, from vehicles and drivers to passengers and parents, on a single platform. The company's competitive edge lies in its use of advanced technology and analytics-driven operations, coupled with electric fleets, to provide a future-ready, environmentally conscious transportation service. Zūm's commitment to transparency and efficiency, as demonstrated by its user-friendly apps, positions it as a leader in its industry, making it an exciting place to work for those passionate about improving mass transportation systems and impacting students' lives.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$341M

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 33%

1 year growth

↑ 70%

2 year growth

↑ 124%

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including cash and equity

Medical, dental and vision benefits, including paid membership to One Medical

Unlimited vacation policy

Free daily catered lunches + fully stocked kitchen at HQ

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