Strategic Operations Manager

🚀 Join Wayo and lead the global supply chain revolution with AI! 🚀

Wayo is a seed-staged startup at the forefront of AI-driven global custom product sourcing and supply chain. Our mission goes beyond creating a custom product-sourcing platform - we're shaping the future of global supply chain. With cutting-edge AI technology, we tackle complex challenges such as language barriers, product design, quote aggregation, and supply chain management, making custom product sourcing simple, fast, and efficient. (Company Website: wayo.ai)
• CEO Julia Xu: Former Chief of Staff for Alibaba North America, responsible for international site strategy and operations. A former member of the Disney strategic planning team, she built the global financial model for Disney+. Winner of the McKinsey Women's Impact Award and founder of the e-commerce brand Multitasky. Holds dual degrees in Business Economics and Sociology from Brown University.
• CTO Frank Sifei Luan: AI Systems Ph.D. candidate at the University of California, Berkeley. Former researcher at Meta AI, focused on intelligent programming assistants. Recipient of top international conference paper awards and holder of the world record for big data sorting in cloud computing. Dual degree in Computer Science and Statistics from the University of Chicago.
• COO Mandy Chow: Former Vice President of Corporate Development at Airwallex (valued at $5.5 billion), responsible for ecosystem venture funds, leading investments, and M&A transactions. Previously worked in the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications investment banking team at Goldman Sachs. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.

🌟 Why Join Us? 🌟
• Market Position: Utilizing cutting-edge AI like ChatGPT and big data technologies, we're reshaping the global procurement industry to revolutionize the traditional supply chain. Our end-to-end digitalization process, from precise sourcing to efficient quality control and innovative logistics, not only boosts operational efficiency but also vastly expands the international trade market.
• Funding: Our project has successfully attracted seed funding from Neo, a renowned tech venture capital firm in Silicon Valley. Additionally, we've garnered support from several prominent angel investors, including the founder of Airwallex and famous American YouTuber Rebecca Zamolo.
• Team: Our founding team comprises international top talents with significant achievements in their respective fields. We advocate a flat management structure and results-oriented corporate culture, aiming to create an uncomplicated, efficient, and transparent working environment.
• Opportunity: As a member of the founding team, you will have the chance to actively participate and witness the company's growth from scratch. Join us for an exhilarating venture experience, vast career development potential, and opportunities for advancement.

Position: Strategic Operations Manager

Location: Shenzhen, China (this is a requirement - please only apply if you are already in or willing to relocate to Shenzhen, China full-time)

Company Overview

Join us at the forefront of the custom global product sourcing, where technological innovation meets eCommerce operations and supply chain. Based in the vibrant city of Shenzhen, China, our company is on a mission to redefine the supply chain dynamics of customized products through cutting-edge Generative AI technology and seamless user experience. We're looking for a visionary Strategic Operations Manager to steer our operations into the future.

Role Summary

As the Strategic Operations Manager, you are the architect of our end-to-end supply chain strategy for custom catalog products. This pivotal role encompasses the full spectrum of eCommerce operations: from conducting insightful market research, curating impeccable product selection, navigating factory sourcing, innovating pricing strategies through custom tiered analysis, to sculpting product designs, enforcing stringent quality control, and streamlining logistics and shipping. Your leadership will not only drive strategic projects from inception to completion, but ensure they resonate with our core mission and values.

Key Responsibilities
• Strategic Leadership: Chart the course for our custom catalog product offerings, ensuring every phase from market research to logistics is executed flawlessly.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Develop sophisticated quotation calculators and perform nuanced tiered pricing analyses to inform product strategy.
• Product Excellence: Oversee the product lifecycle, from design to delivery, ensuring each product meets our high-quality standards and customer expectations.
• Strategic Alignment: Guarantee that all projects are aligned with our broader company vision, delivering innovation and efficiency at every turn.
• Collaboration and Communication: Serve as the linchpin for effective dialogue and cooperation between clients, internal teams, and external partners, ensuring a seamless operation.
• Technology Integration: Work closely with the tech team to harness operational insights, shaping project strategy to enhance our platform and service offerings.

Qualifications
• Educational Excellence: A Bachelor's degree from a leading international university.
• Professional Prowess: A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in strategic decision-making and project management, preferably within the eCommerce domain.
• Linguistic Fluency: Proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese, capable of navigating a multicultural business landscape.

Core Competencies
• Visionary Leadership: A blend of entrepreneurial spirit and self-motivation, adept at navigating high-pressure scenarios with ease.
• Exceptional Communicator: Outstanding negotiation and communication skills, with a knack for fostering team collaboration.
• Analytical Acumen: A data-driven mindset with a clear, logical approach to decision-making and problem-solving.

Join Us

If you're ready to lead the charge in revolutionizing the eCommerce landscape for custom catalog products and believe you have what it takes to contribute to our team's success, we want to hear from you. Embrace the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a company where your work is valued and your growth is championed.