General Manager at Placemakr

Seattle, Washington, United States

Placemakr Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Hospitality, Real EstateIndustries

Requirements

  • Foundational leadership skills and operationally savvy mindset
  • Ability to challenge, motivate, engage, and lead teams to drive operational and budgetary excellence
  • Hands-on support for escalated issues while instilling accountability, ownership, and innovation
  • Flexible scheduling, including Manager on Duty shifts, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays on a rotational basis
  • Exceptional communication skills to provide clarity and build trust across teams and partners
  • Excellence in implementing programs and processes for continuous improvement
  • Passion for motivating and leading people, championing Placemakr’s Community Norms, and embodying accountability
  • Curious, resilient, and creative in solutions while appreciating trusted processes
  • Can-do and results-oriented approach to ensure consistent operations, strong financial performance, and unmatched guest experiences
  • Open availability as needs of the business require

Responsibilities

  • Drive operational and budgetary excellence across the Placemakr property
  • Provide hands-on support for escalated issues and lead teams impactfully
  • Engage with ownership groups and challenge the status quo
  • Ensure consistent day-to-day operations, strong financial performance, and exceptional experiences for residents, guests, and partners
  • Demonstrate exceptional communication and build trust across teams and partners
  • Implement programs and processes for continuous improvement
  • Foster a "one team" mentality by collaborating with property and non-property leaders and team members
  • Consistently provide an exceptional experience to guests, residents, and partners by embodying a trusted friend, subject matter expert, and local insider
  • Maintain a safe, secure, and compliant environment by adhering to and driving accountability for Placemakr and property-specific policies in people, operations, and finance

Skills

Leadership
Team Management
Operations
Budget Management
Service Excellence
Accountability
Innovation
Manager on Duty

Placemakr

Online platform for making reservations

About Placemakr

Placemakr provides an online booking platform that allows users to make reservations for various services, including restaurants, hotels, and appointments. The platform features a clean and modern design, making it easy for customers to navigate and book services with a prominent 'Book Now' button. It targets both individuals and businesses looking for an efficient booking process. Placemakr operates by charging businesses a fee for using its platform, which helps streamline their booking management and attract more customers. The goal of Placemakr is to simplify the booking experience for users while offering valuable services to businesses across different industries.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$183.7MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, FintechIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Phone/Internet Stipend
Stock Options
Performance Bonus

Risks

Rapid expansion in Texas may strain operational resources and lead to management inefficiencies.
Integration of Amazon's technology may face challenges related to data privacy and security.
New brand concepts like 'Hosted by Placemakr' may dilute core offerings and confuse customers.

Differentiation

Placemakr offers pop-up hotels in luxury apartment buildings, blending home and hospitality.
The company integrates Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, enhancing guest convenience and experience.
Placemakr's platform features a modern design, streamlining the booking process for diverse clients.

Upsides

Expansion in Texas with new properties diversifies offerings and captures different market segments.
W. Edward Walter's addition to the board brings valuable real estate and hospitality expertise.
Partnerships with universities introduce tech-forward solutions, enhancing competitive edge and innovation.

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