[Remote] Business Operations Manager at Brightwheel

Only, Tennessee, United States

Brightwheel Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Education Technology, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

  • 4-8 years of work experience at a top management consulting firm or operations role leading cross-functional projects that improved business performance
  • Exceptional critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong stakeholder and project management skills to effectively influence and manage expectations with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated sound business judgment and strong listening skills
  • Ability to digest complex data and present findings in a clear manner that drives decision making and outcomes
  • Experience with financial and strategic modeling
  • Experience using AI tools in day-to-day work
  • Desire to learn: this role requires a high level of intellectual curiosity and an eagerness to dive into new problems, domains, tools, and techniques

Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver cross-functional initiatives that support brightwheel’s strategic priorities
  • Drive high-impact projects, including redesigning pricing strategy or variable compensation models
  • Partner directly with front-line managers to improve sales and onboarding funnels
  • Turn insights into action by diving deep into data, processes, and customer experience
  • Serve as a trusted thought partner to senior management teams
  • Scopes, plans, and executes work from start to finish to drive measurable outcomes
  • Effectively influences and manages expectations with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
  • Presents findings in a clear manner that drives decision making and outcomes
  • Develops and implements data-driven solutions to address a wide range of challenges and opportunities across all areas of the business
  • Collaborates with cross-functional partners to tackle complex problems
  • Thrives in the pace of change at high growth tech startups
  • Loves diving deep to develop and implement solutions to address a wide range of challenges and opportunities across all areas of the business

Skills

Business Acumen
Communication Skills
Strategic Thinking
Project Management
Data-Driven Solutions
Problem-Solving
Cross-functional Collaboration

Brightwheel

Childcare management software for preschools

About Brightwheel

Brightwheel provides childcare management software specifically designed for preschools and childcare centers. The platform simplifies various administrative tasks such as sign-in and sign-out procedures, billing, and communication with families, allowing educators and staff to save time each month. Users have reported that 90% of preschools using Brightwheel experience an increase in timely payments, while 95% of administrators and staff note improved communication with families. Brightwheel operates on a subscription-based model, where childcare centers pay a regular fee to access the software. Its user-friendly interface and strong customer service set it apart from competitors, making it a top choice in the educational technology market. The goal of Brightwheel is to enhance the efficiency of childcare management and foster better relationships between centers and families.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$86.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EducationIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Equity
Premium medical, dental, & vision coverage
Paid parental leave
Flexible PTO policy
Wellness & productivity stipend
Learning & development stipend

Risks

Increased competition from AI-powered tools like Clay could challenge Brightwheel's market position.
Integration challenges from acquiring Experience Early Learning may disrupt service quality.
Rapid valuation increase to $600 million may attract scrutiny and pressure for growth.

Differentiation

Brightwheel offers an all-in-one platform for childcare management and communication.
The platform is highly rated, earning the title of #1 childcare software.
Brightwheel's integration with QuickBooks enhances financial monitoring for childcare centers.

Upsides

Brightwheel's acquisition of Experience Early Learning expands its educational offerings.
The $55M Series C funding round boosts Brightwheel's growth potential and market reach.
Brightwheel's platform improves timely payments and communication for 90% of its users.

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