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Via · 7 hours ago

Strategy and Operations Associate Principal

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $115K/yr

3+ years exp

Via is a company focused on transforming transportation globally through technology. The Strategy and Operations Associate Principal will support Via’s services, collaborating with partners and teams to optimize operations and develop actionable insights for service improvements.

LogisticsMobile AppsReal TimeRide SharingTransportation

Responsibilities

Help ensure the success of Via’s current and future deployments by leading the upfront design and ongoing optimization of our services

Oversee the work of junior team members supporting your projects

Learn how to design and optimize technology-enabled mobility systems. Examples include providing a first/last mile service for a bus or rail line, optimizing coverage in areas with under-performing fixed-route service, or upgrading paratransit/dial-a-ride

Carry out analysis in support of advisory services engagements with Via’s partners (for example, helping to recommend adjustments to where riders can travel, or the impact of changing fares). Advise partners on strategies to develop and grow a successful transit system

Adeptly interpret and utilize mass quantities of proprietary data to generate insights and make business recommendations that will ensure success for our partner services

Manage product expectations and development, ensuring that our engineering team is getting the feedback they need to build the best product possible

Leverage your strategy and operations knowledge to support Via’s partnerships team in the sales process and grow Via’s deal pipeline

Contribute to the strategic decision-making, rigorous project planning, and entrepreneurial approach required for Via to succeed

Qualification

Data analysisSQLExcelTableauStrategic planningProject managementEntrepreneurial achievementEffective communicationProblem solvingAttention to detail

Required

Effective at managing multiple tasks simultaneously and comfortable taking on responsibility

Independent worker that knows when to escalate

Meticulous and vigilant, with a high level of attention to detail

Problem solver; you don't accept the status quo and are always looking for creative solutions

Excellent communicator with a knack for always finding the right tone

Data-driven; you're able to dive into data to understand problems and find creative solutions, then create clear slides to share your analyses to build consensus. SQL, Excel, Tableau experience preferred

Have a Bachelor's Degree and a record of exceptional academic achievement

Minimum of 3+ years of work experience

Based in the NYC area and able to work in office