Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations

The role

This leader will research, advise on, and implement key initiatives by analyzing data and preparing frameworks. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive operating strategy and decision making.

What you will do

• Identify opportunities for improvement via technology, process, or systems enhancements.
• Build models, perform cost-benefit analysis, and provide recommendations.
• Use AI-powered tools to accelerate data analysis and surface trends.
• Leverage AI assistants to draft frameworks and prepare executive presentations.
• Partner with Product, Analytics, and Operations teams to develop and design plans.
• Engage with internal business partners to align priorities and develop strategic plans.
• Build tools to analyze and test process improvements.
• Help plan change communication and participate in organizational change management.
• Mentor and develop operations analysts and project managers.
• Oversee management, organization, and reporting of key department data and resources.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution in business, operations management, statistics/mathematics, analytics or related fields
• 5-7+ years of work experience in analytics, consulting, operations, startups, banking, strategy, or other client-facing roles
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot) to enhance productivity
• Comfort working in a rapidly evolving AI tooling landscape
• Self-starter and owner mentality
• Proven ability to track, prioritize, and drive projects
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent ability to collaborate and apply a cross-functional mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly and transfer knowledge
• Interest in learning SQL and Tableau and leading analytical projects
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

Nice to have

• MBA or Master’s Degree equivalent
• Knowledge and understanding of key operations principles
• Proven track record of driving strategies in a fast growing start-up atmosphere
• In depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with company match
• Student loan payments
• Discounts on vehicles
• Benefits for your pets
• Wellness program

Before you apply

• Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check
• This role is eligible for visa sponsorship

About the company

Carvana is an automotive retailer that is changing the way people buy and sell cars. It is a public company on the New York Stock Exchange and is the fastest-growing automotive retailer in history.