Sr. Associate, Business Operations

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative joint venture is seeking a Sr. Associate for Business Operations to drive strategic projects and enhance operational efficiency. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate across teams, design essential business processes, and provide data-driven insights to support leadership decisions. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of electric vehicles through impactful work in a rapidly growing environment. Join a forward-thinking team that values collaboration and innovation, and help shape the future of the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in consulting or business operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage workstreams and drive progress in strategic projects.
• Design and implement operational processes for efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges.

Skills

Business Operations

Data Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

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About Us
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary
Become a pivotal member of the Business Operations team, contributing directly to the strategic and operational success of RV Tech as we scale. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in a variety of high-impact activities:

• Project Execution & Collaboration: Drive key workstreams within cross-functional strategic projects with high visibility, ensuring effective collaboration and progress across teams.
• Process Design & Operationalization: Contribute to the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of essential business processes to enhance RV Tech's efficiency.
• Organizational Effectiveness: Support C-Suite effectiveness by facilitating communication, tracking priorities, and ensuring stakeholder alignment.
• Data-Driven Insights & Analysis: Gather, analyze, and present data to inform strategic decisions and provide quantitative insights to leadership.

This role offers a dynamic environment to develop a broad skillset and contribute significantly to a rapidly growing company.

Responsibilities

• Manage specific workstreams and drive progress within cross-functional strategic projects, ensuring clear communication and accountability among stakeholders.
• Design, document, and implement new operational processes; identify opportunities for workflow optimization.
• Support the execution and ongoing operation of established business processes across departments.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and materials to support strategic initiatives and leadership communication.
• Conduct research and analysis to support process improvement, including current-state assessments, benchmarking, and best practices identification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, People, IT, Legal, etc.) to support key initiatives and resolve operational challenges.
• Track KPIs and develop insights to drive organizational effectiveness.
• Coordinate activities and information flow between RV Tech, Rivian, and Volkswagen Group on strategic projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 3-4 years of experience in consulting, business operations, strategy, or analytics.
• Experience in Automotive, Electrical Hardware, or Software industries is a plus.
• Effective collaboration and results-driven in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to present data and insights clearly.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• High attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to perform standard office duties.