5+ years of experience in solving complex business or operational problems in fast-paced environments like management consulting or startups.
Experience with enterprise systems (ERP, MRP, HRIS, CRM) implementation or modification.
Proven track record of executing solutions rather than just recommending strategies.
Strong communication skills for building relationships across various functions and seniority levels.
Demonstrated high agency and grit to tackle challenging problems and see projects through to completion.
Responsibilities
Lead high-priority projects from definition to implementation, improving processes and systems.
Analyze system or process issues, identify root causes, and develop solutions with stakeholders.
Engage in hands-on problem-solving, bridging cultural gaps and building new processes or tools.
Collaborate with multiple teams (Finance, Operations, IT, etc.) to implement effective solutions.
Shape the Business Operations team by managing project lists and briefing executive leadership.
Work at a fast pace, adapting to the urgency of an early-stage company.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401K plan with company matching.
Flexible 9/80 work schedule.
Paid holiday shutdown period.
Full Job Description
Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Job Description
Summary
AV is building a team of elite operators to tackle the most pressing challenges facing the company, from solving supply chain bottlenecks to modernizing our finance systems. The company is entering a period of unprecedented growth, and the Business Transformation function will play a critical role in transforming the company's speed of execution.
What You'll Do
Lead high-priority projects from problem definition through implementation and handoff; Improve processes, systems, and ways of working that limit speed, scale, or execution
Quickly break down system or process issues, identify root causes, and build out solutions alongside the relevant stakeholders
This is not just a "strategy" or "internal consulting" role. You should want to roll up your sleeves and do the messy work of determining root cause, bridging cultural gaps between teams and functions, building new tooling or processes, and training teams to adopt new practices
Work alongside Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, IT, Programs, Growth, and other teams to implement solutions. You will work with subject matter experts and amplify their impact by leveraging their expertise while taking on the generalist work around them
Help build out the Business Operations team by shaping our project list, briefing the executive leadership team on our work, and recruiting talent. You will be one of the first employees in the Business Operations function and have significant ownership in helping stand up the team.
Work at startup pace and bend AV towards the speed and urgency of an early-stage company
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience solving complex business or operational problems in fast-paced environments such as management consulting, startups, or private equity portfolio operations
Experience working within, modifying, or implementing enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, MRP, HRIS, CRM)
Track record of implementing solutions to problems, not just recommending strategies
Strong communication and relationship-building skills across a wide range of functions and levels of seniority, from shop floor technicians to engineers to senior executives
High agency and high grit - we will be working on hard problems that will require tenacity and the ability to take extreme ownership to see projects through to completion
Preferred Qualifications
Quantitative or STEM background
Location
Onsite in Los Angeles (Simi Valley)
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
