Director of Business Operations and Strategy
Contoro Inc.Austin, Texas, United States
Posted July 16, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Contoro Inc. is an Austin-based robotics startup that develops AI-powered robots for autonomous truck unloading, specifically targeting floor-loaded trailers and shipping containers. The company’s core product streamlines the unloading process, reducing labor costs and increasing operational speed for logistics and distribution centers. Contoro’s pioneering human‑in‑the‑loop (HITL) architecture delivers over 99 % success in real‑world deployments, effectively bridging the gap between advanced AI capabilities and commercial reliability. This combination of cutting‑edge robotics, robust AI, and proven HITL safeguards sets Contoro apart as a leader in industrial automation.
Job Description
Join Contoro Robotics as we revolutionize warehouse automation with cutting-edge robotics. We're looking for a strategic and execution-focused Director of Business Operations and Strategy to shape the financial and operational backbone of the company during our high-growth phase.
Requirements
- Oversee key operational processes to ensure alignment between strategic priorities, financial plans, and execution.
- Partner with engineering, product, and deployment teams to align financial realities with roadmap execution.
- Improve internal workflows and reporting systems to boost efficiency and accountability.
- Assist the CEO in daily company operations and long-term planning.
- Own the investor relationship management and manage outreach and follow-ups with existing and potential investors.
- Join CEO in fundraising meetings and support with follow-up communications.
- Prepare and organize due diligence materials for financing rounds.
- Lead or support negotiations with partners and customers.
- Draft and review commercial contracts with an eye for long-term financial sustainability.
- Design pricing strategies and revenue models for enterprise deployments.
