Strategy and Operations Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Executive-Level Project Management & Communications:
• Structure and lead complex, cross-functional projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment across engineering, product, and business teams to achieve strategic objectives.
• Develop compelling presentations, investment memos, and other materials for the Board of Directors, investors, and strategic partners to communicate company strategy, progress, and key decisions.
• Corporate & Partnership Strategy:
• Identify, evaluate, and execute strategic partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and key customers to accelerate growth and market adoption.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic decisions, including partnerships, M&A opportunities, and new market entry.
• Lead due diligence efforts and support negotiations for high-priority commercial agreements and corporate development activities.
• Market Intelligence & Strategic Planning:
• Conduct in-depth market analysis and competitive intelligence to identify emerging trends, threats, and opportunities, providing actionable insights to the leadership team.
• Partner with the leadership team to define the company's long-term strategic roadmap, aligning product development, commercial goals, and operational capabilities.
• Operational Excellence & Scalability
• Design and implement scalable internal processes (e.g., OKR tracking, cross-functional sprints, knowledge management) that reduce friction and increase velocity as the team grows.
• Identify bottlenecks in the "lab-to-market" value chain, collaborating with technical leads to streamline procurement, supply chain, or rapid prototyping workflows.
• Manage critical "special projects" that fall outside the scope of traditional departments, such as office relocations, ERP implementations, or regulatory compliance audits.
• Commercialization & Go-to-Market (GTM) Execution
• Create sales enablement materials that translate complex technical specifications into clear value propositions for non-technical stakeholders and early adopters.
• Support the launch of early pilot programs by coordinating delivery timelines, managing customer expectations, and establishing feedback loops between the customer and the engineering team.
• Develop and refine pricing models and unit economics analysis for novel technologies, transitioning from theoretical models to actual market-tested commercial frameworks.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience at a top-tier management consulting firm with a track record of exceptional performance
• Bachelor's degree from a leading institution
• Experience creating executive-level presentations and communications
• Excellent data visualization and storytelling capabilities
• Adaptability and comfort operating in ambiguity
• Intellectual curiosity and passion for emerging technologies

Ideal Candidate Profile

• You're a strategic thinker with prior experience at a top-tier management consulting firm looking to transition into a high-growth technology environment where you can make a tangible impact.
• You excel at synthesizing complex information into compelling narratives, have exceptional communication capabilities, and can translate strategic vision into actionable plans.
• Your polished presentation skills allow you to influence stakeholders at all levels.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary range $160,000-$180,000, with additional compensation through performance bonuses and equity options in one of the country's most promising startups
• Growth Trajectory: Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a rapidly scaling organization
• Impact: Direct influence on the success of a company developing revolutionary technology
• Exceptional Team: Collaboration with world-class scientists, engineers, and business leaders who are defining a new industry
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, flexible PTO policy, and more