Strategy & Operations Manager at Maneva

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Strategy & Operations Manager at Maneva. About Maneva . Maneva is an AI services company founded by a former Google DeepMind researcher, focused on transforming manufacturing operations through advanced AI. We enable autonomous factory operation and optimization by generating AI-driven actions and insights using off-the-shelf hardware or existing vision systems. . Our solutions address real-world manufacturing challenges across product and equipment inspection, production efficiency, safety, and operational performance—delivering measurable impact without requiring heavy infrastructure changes. . Role Overview . Maneva is seeking a Strategy & Operations Manager to support the company’s growth, fundraising, and operational execution at a critical stage of scale. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, finance, operations, and fundraising, working closely with the CEO and leadership team. . As Strategy & Operations Manager, you will help translate Maneva’s vision and traction into clear metrics, compelling narratives, and investor-ready materials. You will play a key role in preparing fundraising materials, tracking and synthesizing business KPIs, and supporting relationships with venture capital investors. . This is a high-impact, cross-functional role ideal for someone with experience in venture-backed startups who enjoys operating close to leadership and shaping how the business is understood internally and externally. . This role is fully remote. . Key Responsibilities . Fundraising Support & Investor Readiness . Support venture fundraising efforts by preparing and maintaining fundraising materials, including pitch decks, data rooms, and supporting analyses. . Assist in developing and refining Maneva’s fundraising narrative, incorporating product vision, market opportunity, traction, and financial performance. . Track investor conversations, outreach, and follow-ups in coordination with the CEO and leadership team. . Help establish and maintain relationships with venture capital investors and strategic partners. . Metrics, KPIs & Business Insights . Define, track, and synthesize key business metrics across finance, sales, and operations (e.g., revenue, pipeline, conversion rates, burn, runway). . Build and maintain dashboards and reporting materials used by leadership to evaluate company performance. . Translate raw data into clear insights and narratives for internal decision-making and external communication. . Strategy & Cross-Functional Execution . Work closely with Finance, Sales, and Operations to ensure data consistency and alignment across teams. . Support strategic initiatives, including market analysis, pricing and packaging considerations, and growth planning. . Prepare leadership materials, internal memos, and executive presentations to support decision-making. . Executive & Ad Hoc Support . Act as a trusted analytical and operational partner to the CEO on high-priority initiatives. . Support board- and investor-related preparation as needed (decks, metrics, summaries), even if not directly presenting. . Take ownership of ambiguous, high-leverage problems that cut across functions. . Qualifications . Experience: 5+ years of experience in strategy, operations, finance, consulting, or similar roles within venture-backed startups or high-growth technology companies. . Fundraising Exposure: Hands-on experience supporting venture fundraising, including pitch decks, financial materials, KPI tracking, and investor communications. . Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to work with financial data, sales metrics, and operational KPIs to generate actionable insights. . Narrative & Communication: Excellent written and visual communication skills; able to craft clear, compelling narratives for investors and executives. . Cross-Functional Fluency: Comfortable working across Finance, Sales, and Operations, and translating between technical, commercial, and financial perspectives. . Startup Mindset: Thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and takes ownership without waiting for perfect structure. . Tools: Comfort with spreadsheets, slide tools, CRM data, and reporting systems commonly used in high-growth startups. . Company Location: Canada.