8+ years in strategic, operational, or business planning roles, preferably in high-growth tech or consulting firms
Experience at top-tier consulting firms like Bain, BCG, or McKinsey
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives from ideation to execution
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Experience in building KPI frameworks and performance dashboards
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for executive-level presentations
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Responsibilities
Partner with CEO and executive team to shape company strategy and resource allocation
Lead strategic planning processes, including OKRs and cross-organizational alignment
Oversee key cross-functional projects like operational transformation and new business initiatives
Ensure integration of strategic plans into functional execution with executive leaders
Facilitate communication across teams to promote organizational clarity
Drive business rhythm, including reviews, forecasting, and reporting
Support preparation of materials for Board of Directors and investors
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with executive leadership
Opportunity to shape company direction and strategy
Engagement in high-impact initiatives across the organization
Exposure to investor relations and fundraising processes
Potential for professional growth in a high-growth technology sector
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
Chief of Staff at Bright Machines partners directly closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to drive high-impact initiatives across the organization. In this role you will be a strategic and operational leader partner to the executive leadership team, driving cross-functional initiatives, accelerating strategic priorities, and boosting organizational effectiveness. You'll play a key role in shaping company direction, facilitating decision-making, and ensuring that the business executes efficiently and cohesively at scale.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to shape and articulate overall company strategy, including long-range planning resource allocation, and prioritization of major initiatives.
Lead and manage strategic planning processes, including OKR's, quarterly priorities, and cross-organizational alignment.
Oversee key projects that cut across functions (e.g., operational transformation, new business initiatives and partnerships).
Work with executive leaders (Operations, R&D, Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR, etc.) to ensure integration of strategic plans into functional execution.
Facilitate effective communication across teams to break down silos and promote organizational clarity.
Drive the rhythm of the business, including business reviews, forecasting processes, and reporting cadence.
Support preparation of materials for Board of Directors, investors, and fundraising.
Identify challenges and opportunities in the operating model and propose solutions to enhance alignment and execution.
Lead or participate in initiatives that improve processes, forecasting, or decision frameworks across the company.
Develop analytical models to support strategic planning, resource allocation, and company performance.
Support investor relations, external communications, and strategic partnerships in collaboration with Marketing and Finance teams.
Support preparation of materials for Board of Directors, investors, and fundraising.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
8+ years in a strategic, operational, or business planning role. Ideally in high-growth technology, SW, robotics, automation, or top tier consulting firms. (at least 3 years post MBA).
Proven track record leading strategic cross-functional programs or initiatives from ideation to execution.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills; comfortable with complex, ambiguous environments.
Experience building operating cadences, KPI frameworks, forecasting processes, and performance dashboards.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft executive-level presentations and narratives.
Credibility working with senior leaders, with high emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment.
Bachelor's degree required (preferably engineering, or a related field). An MBA or comparable advanced degree is preferred.
IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAD
Experience at a high-growth technology, robotics, automation, or deep-tech company.
Prior experience in manufacturing, automation, or AI infrastructure.
Familiarity with investor relations and the fundraising process.
$180,000 - $240,000 a year
About Bright Machines
Bright Machines is a technology company that provides software-defined manufacturing solutions. The company was founded in 2018 by Amar Hanspal and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Bright Machines' platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate the assembly and testing of products, with the goal of making manufacturing more efficient and cost-effective. The company has raised over $180 million in funding and has partnerships with companies like Jabil and Flex.
