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Slice (slicelife.com)

Slice (slicelife.com)

501-1,000 employees

Online platform connecting customers with local pizzerias

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$160k - $220kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Must be located in the Northeast to be considered.

Category
Inventory Management
Supply Chain Management
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Requirements
  • 7+ years of distinguished leadership experience in supply chain, distribution, transportation, and manufacturing, showcasing a track record of navigating complex profit and loss scenarios
  • Demonstrated dedication to customer service excellence
  • Proven experience in warehouse operations
  • A knack for instigating and leading transformative changes within an organization
  • Profound comprehension and practical application of lean principles and methodologies
  • Adeptness in problem-solving, backed by sharp analytical and organizational skills
  • A relentless drive toward goal achievement and continuous enhancement
  • Proven prowess in persuasion, inspiration, influence, and negotiation
  • Openness and readiness to travel as needed
  • Note: you must be located in the Northeast to be considered for this opportunity.
Responsibilities
  • Design how our warehouses and fulfillments will operate with considerations around promoting and driving a safety culture, efficiency, profitability and ultimately shop satisfaction.
  • Lead your team with infectious energy and work ethic as you foster a growth mindset culture where people feel appreciated.
  • Design operational controls that will allow KPIs to be monitored, analyzed and utilized appropriately; particularly for improvement opportunities.
  • Develop relationships with internal ‘The Goods’ teams, as well as other cross-functional slice teams, to positively impact customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Create and implement yearly EBITDA budget, encompassing tasks such as expense and capital budget allocation, strategic planning, inventory management for both assets and products (including SKUs), overseeing cost containment measures, setting revenue and productivity targets, analyzing and interpreting reports and metrics, and ensuring operational excellence.
  • Design and implement operational processes and systems across: receiving, inventory management, picking/packing, delivery, and payments that lead to shop satisfaction, on time and accurate deliveries, at lowest possible costs.
Slice (slicelife.com)

Slice (slicelife.com)

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Slice connects pizza lovers with local, independent pizzerias across the United States, focusing on the online food delivery market specifically for pizza. The platform and mobile app allow customers to easily order pizza for pickup or delivery from their favorite local shops. For pizzeria owners, Slice provides essential services such as online ordering, automated marketing, and customer relationship management tools, helping them attract loyal customers and streamline operations. Unlike larger pizza chains, Slice operates on a commission-based model, taking a small percentage of each transaction, which benefits both customers and pizzerias. The goal of Slice is to empower independent pizzerias to thrive in a competitive market by offering digital tools that help them maintain their unique charm while reaching a wider audience.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$125.1M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

21%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Slice's recent $40 million Series D funding round indicates strong investor confidence and provides ample resources for growth and innovation.
  • The introduction of new tools like the Owner's Portal and an updated POS system enhances operational efficiency and customer engagement for pizzerias.
  • A 30% increase in store sign-ups in the first half of the year demonstrates Slice's growing influence and appeal among independent pizzeria owners.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive online food delivery market requires Slice to continuously innovate to maintain its unique value proposition.
  • Dependence on a commission-based revenue model could be risky if order volumes fluctuate significantly.

What makes Slice (slicelife.com) unique

  • Slice focuses exclusively on local, independent pizzerias, unlike broader food delivery platforms that cater to a wide range of restaurants.
  • The company offers a comprehensive suite of digital tools, including a specialized POS system and automated marketing, which are tailored specifically for pizzerias.
  • Slice's commission-based model is designed to be more affordable for pizzerias compared to the high fees charged by larger delivery platforms.

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