Junior Operations Manager
As the Junior Operations Manager, you will report to the Team Lead Operations and work closely with the General Manager NY in driving the day-to-day operational activities for the region (NY / NJ / CT / PA). You will help ensure Blacklane's service standards, growth targets, cost-controls and partner relationships are maintained. You will work cross-functionally with operations, partner onboarding, account management, data / analytics and finance. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys both operational detail and strategic support.
Your Challenge :
- Assist in the planning, monitoring and execution of operational initiatives for the region under the direction of the Team Lead Operations and General Manager.
- Track, monitor and report on key operational metrics (service levels, partner performance, cost control, utilisation, etc).
- Support onboarding and off-boarding of partner fleets / chauffeurs, ensuring compliance, contract documentation and operational readiness.
- Liaise with partner organisations (chauffeur networks, airport authorities, strategic partners) to ensure smooth service delivery and handle escalations.
- Identify operational pain points and process bottlenecks; recommend improvements to drive efficiency, cost-savings and service quality.
- Collaborate with data / analytics teams (utilizing tools such as Google Suite, Tableau) to generate insights, dashboards and decision-support.
- Work with finance and commercial teams to support cost management (e.g., monitoring P&L levers, cost of operations, partner incentives) and ensure alignment with regional financial targets.
- Support preparation of regional strategy materials, presentations and stakeholder updates (e.g., monthly operational review, regional performance reviews).
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, account management, global operations) to ensure operational alignment with growth initiatives.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a credible point of contact for operational matters.
- Assist in driving a culture of high performance, integrity, reliability and continuous improvement across the operations team
About You :
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management or related field (or equivalent work experience).1-3 years of operational or account management experience in a fast-paced / service environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skillscomfortable working with data to identify trends and build actionable insights.Excellent organisational skills; able to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously in a dynamic environment.Experience working cross-functionally with various teams and stakeholders.Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to present findings and influence decision-making.Proficiency in Google Workspace / Microsoft Office (especially spreadsheets) and ability to learn new tools (e.g., Tableau, dashboards).A proactive mindset : self-starter, willing to take ownership, adapt to ambiguity and drive improvements.A team-player with a positive attitude, who embodies values such as reliability, integrity, going the extra mile, and care