SUMMARY

Terra Kaffe is looking for a SVP of Operations and Finance to join our highly-caffeinated team.

The SVP of Operations and Finance, a key leader with a seat at the table, will play an integral role in shaping the long-term business strategy of the company and helping bring that vision to fruition through operational execution and excellence. You will operate with an analytical (and creative) approach to identify new areas of growth while also keeping a close eye on improving existing workflows, KPIs, and overall execution. As part of this role, you will interface closely with both external and internal stakeholders. You will collaborate and help continuously grow with the Sr. Director of Accounting, Strategic Finance Sr. Manager, Operations Sr. Manager, Operations Associate, and Logistics Coordinator.

The Finance team at Terra Kaffe is responsible for company forecasting & scenario analyses, board / investor reporting, ad hoc cross-functional projects, budget planning, cash flow management, debt & equity fundraising efforts, corporate development / M&A, ERP implementation, and other special projects. The Operations team is responsible for development of scalable systems (Netsuite ERP, 3PLs, ASPs, Wholesaler EDI, etc.) as well as management of demand-planning, inventory management, procurement, warehousing, supply-chain management, vendor relationships, quality control, and after-sales servicing.

The ideal candidate has rigorous experience with Excel modeling, sensitivity analyses, and forecasting in deal-making or high-growth environments. You are looking for an opportunity to leverage your banking, private equity, consulting foundation, or industry expertise towards scaling an exciting, high-growth startup. You thrive in fast-paced environments, can switch between thinking macro and micro, desire broad exposure to all parts of the business, enjoy operating with autonomy but also working collaboratively and cross-functionally, and can help us chip away at the office coffee supply.

This is a full time position based in Manhattan, NY (Flatiron) and will report to Terra Kaffeʼs Founder and CEO.

Responsibilities include:

Serve as a key senior leader and active voice for the entire Terra Kaffe organization
Lead business growth by improving operating procedures and promoting efficiency
Hire, manage, and grow top-tier teams, cultivating a culture of excellence and collaboration
Collaborate with department heads to maintain a constant, forward-looking pulse on the business and anticipate the various ways our projections can fluctuate
Gain a comprehensive understanding of our systems and data flows to support ongoing operations and reporting, as well as identify areas for creating greater cross functional efficiencies and synergies
Own the company operating model, helping establish a common operating picture by keeping our revenue forecasts, cash estimates, and business outlook up to date
Execute complex projects and tasks end-to-end: project scoping, timeline setting, data collection, running analyses, executive reporting, and providing recommendations (example projects include product pricing, inventory planning, and cohort analyses)
Own and manage manufacturing relationships for existing product lines, both with final assemblers and Tier I suppliers, as well as new products (in NPI process)
Prepare Board and investor related materials
Lead or play a meaningful role in any capital raising (equity and debt), M&A, or other corporate development initiatives
Lead department budgeting as part of annual and ongoing planning
Support implementation and operationalization of Netsuite as the companyʼs new ERP system in order to continue building scalable operations and processes
Lead contract and performance negotiations with product suppliers and key vendors to secure the best outcomes (production readiness, BOM cost optimization, adherence to
OQC and AQL standards, maintaining project deliverable timelines, etc.) for the business
Identify and manage key business operations metrics/KPIs, as well as design and develop dashboards to track progress
Help other department heads professionalize their analytics and data infrastructure to support strategic decision making
Assist CEO with ad-hoc analyses and special projects

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and 10-15 years experience in investment banking, venture capital, private equity, management consulting, or relevant, high-growth industry experience
Early-stage startup, DTC, e-commerce, consumer goods, or connected hardware experience is preferred
Strong analytical skills and mastery of Microsoft Excel modeling and shortcuts
Strong communication and writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint
Experience and comfortability using analysis and data to draw conclusions and make recommendations with imperfect information
Ability to adapt in a fast paced environment, while maintaining positive outlook
Openness to the volatility (and learning opportunity) of an early stage, high-growth startup
Desire to work in a creative environment with a willingness to help brainstorm new ideas
Passion for coffee is a plus!

Terra Kaffe Background

Terra Kaffeʼs mission is to elevate every coffee loverʼs experience. We are a group of coffee enthusiasts that love sharing great tasting coffee brewed from carefully selected and sustainably sourced beans. Our mission is to transform the in-home coffee experience, starting with our bean-to-cup espresso machines and peripheral products. We are headquartered in Manhattan, NY (Flatiron) and made up of a well-caffeinated team of 15 employees and a roster of 5 dogs/cats. To date, Terra Kaffe has raised $20 million of funding; sell our products at top-tier retailers like Best Buy, CB2, Nordstrom, and Bloomingdales; and partner with coffee roasters across the country like Parlor Coffee, Equator Coffee, and Onyx Coffee.

BENEFITS

Competitive Compensation
Unlimited Vacation and Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401(k) Plan

PERKS

TK-02 espresso machine for your home
Dog and plant-friendly office
Office snacks and team meals
Unlimited coffee (self control not included)

Think youʼd be a good fit for the role? Send your resume to sahand@terrakaffe.com

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