Strategy and Operations Manager, Market Growth (Chicago) at Curri

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Logistics, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • 2+ years of experience in a related field, including banking, consulting, technology, analytics, operations, and/or strategy
  • Be a self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced, often ambiguous environment
  • Scrappy mentality and willingness to get into the weeds no matter the task
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to build rapport with customers, drivers, and internal stakeholders
  • Analytical mindset that relies on testing and iterating solutions to make data-driven decisions
  • Comfort with in-person meetings and conveying the value of a product to various audiences
  • Willing to travel around their market 50% of the time
  • Natural ability to problem solve and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo
  • Team player who actively collaborates with other teams across the organization

Responsibilities

  • Own the growth and expansion of a key market, launching initial customers and onboarding drivers
  • Prospect, outreach, visit, and get customers to complete their first delivery with Curri
  • Test and validate different GTM approaches including outreach methods, marketing campaigns, and promotions
  • Become a trusted logistics expert for customers by deeply understanding the last mile logistics space and Curri’s product and capabilities
  • Research the competitive landscape and distribution trends in the market, identifying opportunities to competitively position Curri’s offering
  • Develop and foster relationships with new and existing customers
  • Serve as go-to source of insights and data on the market, managing dashboards and reporting on key sales and operational KPIs
  • Collaborate with the Operations team to manage the operational activities related to scaling the market, including acquiring and onboarding new supply, developing driver training, and formulating driver incentive programs

Skills

Market Strategy
Growth Strategy
Data Analysis
Customer Prospecting
GTM Strategies
Logistics
Competitive Analysis
KPIs
Dashboards
Operations Management
Driver Onboarding
Sales Outreach
Marketing Campaigns

Curri

Logistics software for construction supply delivery

About Curri

Curri offers a software and service solution for logistics and supply chain needs in the construction and industrial supplies sector, focusing on middle and final-mile delivery. Its platform streamlines operations with features like dedicated drivers, on-demand fleet access, and route planning, while its 'elastic fleet' allows businesses to adjust delivery capacity using a nationwide network of carriers. Curri stands out by enabling businesses to consolidate invoices and onboard their preferred carriers, providing flexibility and reducing administrative costs. The company's goal is to help businesses grow revenue, reduce risks, and improve customer satisfaction through efficient delivery logistics.

Ventura, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$46.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition in last-mile delivery could erode Curri's market share.
Rising fuel costs may impact the profitability of Curri's delivery services.
Driver shortages in the gig economy could affect Curri's elastic fleet capability.

Differentiation

Curri offers an Uber-like last-mile delivery model for construction materials.
The platform provides live updates and proof-of-delivery for tracking and compliance.
Curri's elastic fleet feature allows businesses to scale operations as needed.

Upsides

Curri raised $42 million in venture capital, boosting its growth potential.
The rise of smart construction sites aligns with Curri's real-time tracking features.
Urbanization increases demand for agile delivery models like Curri's in city centers.

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