CloudKitchens

Strategy & Planning Lead - Los Angeles, CA

CloudKitchens$130K — $153K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in strategy or finance roles
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
  • Proficiency in SQL and Python is preferred
  • Exceptional project management capabilities
  • Excellent communication skills to convey insights effectively

Responsibilities

  • Partner with leadership to set and align team goals with business priorities
  • Develop and implement KPIs to measure performance and progress
  • Monitor and report on organizational performance metrics continuously
  • Coordinate and facilitate comprehensive planning processes quarterly and annually
  • Lead budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with various teams
  • Analyze financial data to inform strategic resource allocation
  • Support teams to ensure accountability and informed decision-making based on performance data

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options including HSAs
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Discretionary vacation days and 8 paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick time and bereavement leave
  • Paid parental leave and pet insurance discounts
Full Job Description
About the Role

We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Strategy & Planning Manager to partner closely with the Head of Picnic in driving business performance and strategic execution. This role will be responsible for budgeting, goal setting, performance tracking, and cross-functional planning to ensure teams are aligned and making data-driven decisions.

The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen with structured problem-solving skills and enjoys working across teams to translate strategy into measurable outcomes.

What you'll do

Strategic Planning & Performance Management
  • Partner with the Head of Picnic to define company, team, and functional goals aligned with business priorities.
  • Develop performance frameworks and KPIs based on historical trends, business objectives, and operational insights.
  • Monitor progress against goals and provide regular reporting on performance, risks, and opportunities.
  • Facilitate quarterly and annual planning processes across the organization.

Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Lead budgeting and forecasting activities in partnership with functional leaders.
  • Analyze historical financial and operational data to support resource allocation and planning decisions.
  • Track budget performance and identify areas for optimization and efficiency.

Cross-Functional Business Support
  • Work closely with all teams to establish clear metrics, monitor achievements, and ensure accountability toward goals.
  • Support teams in interpreting performance data and making informed, data-driven decisions.
  • Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and ensure alignment on priorities and deliverables.

Business Analysis & Insights
  • Translate business challenges into actionable analyses and recommendations.
  • Leverage data and insights provided by the Data team to identify trends, opportunities, and areas requiring intervention.
  • Prepare executive-level presentations, dashboards, and business reviews for leadership discussions.

Special Projects
  • Lead and support high-priority strategic initiatives and special projects on behalf of the Head of Picnic.
  • Conduct market, operational, and financial analyses to support decision-making and business growth opportunities.
  • Drive project execution and ensure timely delivery of key outcomes.


What We're Looking For
  • Great communication skills.
  • Data Analytics.
  • Project management experience preferred.
  • SQL & Python are a big plus.


Why join us
  • Drive real impact: Be part of building the operational engine behind a fast-growing startup that's redefining how work gets done.
  • Work with purpose: Join a mission-driven team focused on making the workplace experience better for thousands of people.
  • Grow with us: At Picnic, there's room to grow-personally and professionally-as we scale and take on new challenges together.


What Else You Need To Know

This role is based in our Los Angeles office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We're constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $130,000 to $153,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
  • Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
  • Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
  • Pet insurance discount.
  • 401(k).
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Time Off policies:
    • Discretionary vacation days
    • 8 paid holidays per year
    • Paid sick time
    • Paid Bereavement leave
    • Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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About CloudKitchens

CloudKitchens is a technology company that provides a platform for restaurants to operate delivery-only kitchens. The company's platform allows restaurants to expand their delivery reach without the need for additional physical locations, while also providing real-time data and analytics to optimize operations. CloudKitchens was founded in 2016 by Travis Kalanick, the co-founder of Uber, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Learn more about CloudKitchens
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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