Uber

Strategy & Planning Manager, Resource Allocation

Uber$162K — $180K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in corporate strategy, consulting, investment banking, or analytical operations.
  • 1+ year of leadership experience in managing teams.
  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field (Economics, Business, STEM preferred).
  • Advanced degree (MBA or Master's) in a related field is preferred.
  • Proficient in SQL and other technical skills to inform business decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Actively analyze complex performance data to identify innovative trends and drivers.
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration among Product, Ops, Engineering, and Legal teams.
  • Convert messy datasets into actionable narratives for executive decision-making.
  • Evaluate potential growth opportunities through quantitative and qualitative analysis.
  • Identify and address key issues in operating models for global impact.
  • Proactively manage operational gaps and support local teams on critical projects.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Possible equity awards and other types of compensation.
  • Eligibility for a 401(k) plan.
  • Access to various additional benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you'll do
  • Act as a truth-seeker by diving into complex performance data across our global portfolio to relentlessly identify the trends and drivers that solve for the next phase of innovation.
  • Build and lead collaborative working models from the ground up, aligning Product, Ops, Engineering, and Legal to ship results in a high-complexity environment.
  • Bridge the gap between data and action, turning messy datasets into clear, compelling narratives that drive decision-making for senior executive leadership.
  • Own the evaluation of future growth bets, scoping new opportunities across verticals and industries through high-stakes quantitative and qualitative analysis.
  • Identify the "big rocks" in our operating models, driving strategic projects that relentlessly simplify the complex to achieve global impact.
  • Step into the operational gaps and the "messy middle," unblocking local teams on critical initiatives with a bias for action and a steady hand in ambiguous environments.


Basic Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years of work experience in corporate strategy, consulting, investment banking, or analytical operations.
  • 1+ year of people management or equivalent leadership experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., Economics, Business, STEM).


Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree (MBA or Master's) in Economics, Business, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
  • Exceptional technical skills, with proficiency in SQL and experience using data to drive business decisions.
  • Proven experience in communicating with and presenting complex information to senior leaders.
  • Demonstrated success in navigating ambiguity and prioritizing competing initiatives in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to connect data-driven insights to real-world business challenges and strategic opportunities.
  • Experience leading large cross-functional projects and a track record of influencing without direct authority.
  • High-growth operations or startup experience is strongly preferred.
  • Strong business acumen, with experience evaluating a line of business holistically and understanding how to drive growth, both short and long-term.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills, with experience managing cross functional partnerships and relationships.
  • Ability to set strategic vision, set initiatives and OKRs, build, develop, and lead a strong team.


Responsibilities

For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $162,000 per year - USD $180,000 per year.

You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

About Uber

Uber Entertainment, Inc. is a privately held video game development company headquartered in beautiful downtown Kirkland, WA. Uber is currently developing Planetary Annihilation, a next generation real time strategy game of epic proportions.

Uber Careers

There has never been a better time to join our global team of Uber professionals—pioneers in the world of transportation and technology. Work you’ll do Join Uber’s industry-leading team to help drive forward the future of mobility and logistics for some of the world’s most dynamic cities and populations. Transform the way the world moves with the brightest minds at Uber, where innovation meets functionality to create solutions for everyday challenges. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, at the intersection of technology, operational excellence, and user-centric design. Work with a global team of business and technology advisors to help clients and cities navigate their paths towards more efficient and sustainable urban transport solutions. Collaborate with a diverse group of Uber experts worldwide – a team dedicated to rethinking and improving the way the world moves. Introducing the Uber Innovation Hub We are building a market-leading team to pioneer advancements in transportation and logistics, ensuring Uber remains at the forefront of mobility solutions. Do innovative work Join a group of exceptional professionals where your skills in technology, leadership, and creativity can flourish. At Uber, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's the core of everything we do. Deliver targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of expertise and innovation that’s second to none, enhancing how cities, companies, and communities connect. Be part of a great team Engage with a wide-ranging technology stack and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and collective problem-solving skills of our diverse team. Future-proof your career Advance your career with Uber’s commitment to professional growth, offering extensive training, development, and certification support. Go as far as your ambition takes you with limitless job opportunities in a company that’s reshaping the world’s approach to transportation. Explore Uber’s approach to predictive maintenance ensures our fleet remains ready and efficient, reducing downtime and improving service reliability. Our end-to-end mobility solutions are transforming the way cities think about transportation, making Uber a key player in the future of urban mobility. The Uber Leadership and Innovation Alliance Our combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help overcome challenges and lead transformation in the transportation industry. Clients and cities around the globe look to Uber for new strategies and solutions to drive growth and innovation in the digital era. Stay connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to redefine the world of mobility. SEARCH UBER JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who drive at Uber. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Uber.
Learn more about Uber
Size
29,300 employees
Market Cap
$48.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$6.7 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+35.3%
Revenue
$11.1 billion
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