Senior Supply Chain Strategic Operations Specialist

About Checkr
Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Established in 2014, Checkr’s innovative technology and robust data platform help customers assess risk and ensure safety and compliance to build trusted workplaces and communities. Checkr has over 100,000 customers including DoorDash, Coinbase, Lyft, Instacart, and Airtable.

We’re a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2024 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.

About the team/role
As a Senior Supply Chain Strategic Operations Specialist, you will play a vital role in driving gross margin improvement and operational efficiency initiatives within our supply chain. You will be responsible for collaborating on and supporting the execution of strategic projects aimed at optimizing processes and maximizing profitability. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will leverage your expertise to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and measure outcomes to ensure continuous improvement.

If you are passionate about driving operational excellence, optimizing supply chain performance, and making a meaningful impact on the bottom line, we invite you to join our dynamic team as a Senior Supply Chain Strategic Operations Specialist. Together, we will shape the future of our supply chain and drive sustainable growth and profitability for our organization.

What you’ll do

Process Optimization:

• Evaluate existing supply chain processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Implement scalable and sustainable solutions to streamline workflows, eliminate redundancies, and optimize resource utilization.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Engage with stakeholders across the organization to gather insights, feedback, and requirements for strategic initiatives.
• Foster strong collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and promote seamless execution.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and dependencies effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Gross Margin Improvement:

• Analyze cost structures, pricing strategies, and revenue drivers to identify opportunities for gross margin enhancement.
• Collaborate with finance, procurement, and sales teams to develop and implement initiatives aimed at maximizing profitability while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor and track financial performance metrics to assess the impact of implemented strategies on gross margin.

Performance Measurement:

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness and impact of strategic initiatives on operational performance and gross margin.
• Collaborate with analytics teams to conduct deep-dive analysis and derive actionable insights from data to drive informed decision-making.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Business Administration, or related field
• Proven experience in supply chain strategy, operations management, or consulting roles, with a focus on gross margin improvement and process optimization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data sets, identify trends, and draw actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on operational excellence, optimizing processes, and delivering tangible business results.

What you’ll get

• A fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Learning and development allowance
• Competitive cash and equity compensation and opportunity for advancement
• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
• Flexible PTO policy
• Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend

At Checkr, we believe a hybrid work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO, San Francisco, CA, and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 2 to 3 days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch four times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages. 

One of Checkr’s core values is Transparency. To live by that value, we’ve made the decision to disclose salary ranges in all of our job postings. We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, see our website.

The base salary range for this role is $105,000 to $124,000 in Denver, CO.

Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr

Checkr is committed to building the best product and company, which requires hiring talented and qualified individuals with a diverse set of perspectives and lived experiences. Checkr believes in hiring people of all backgrounds, including those whose histories are impacted by the justice system in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance.