Business Operations Manager

Zip is the AI platform for enterprise procurement — built for humans and agents working together. By orchestrating procurement across teams, tools, and suppliers with the help of AI agents, companies can secure the resources they need to innovate faster than ever before. The world’s most influential enterprises trust Zip, including T-Mobile, OpenAI, AMD, Mars, Dollar Tree, and more. Together they’ve saved over $8 billion and processed over $500 billion in spend. Zip’s team includes product leaders from Apple, Airbnb, and Meta, as well as former procurement leaders from United Health, Sanofi, MGM Resorts, Discover, and NASA. Backed by Adams Street, Alkeon, BOND, CRV, DST, Tiger Global, and Y Combinator, Zip has raised $371 million, most recently at a $2.2 billion valuation and has been recognized by Forbes Fintech 50, Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Inc. Best in Business, and LinkedIn Top Startups.

Lead “zero-to-one” strategic initiatives across the organization, translating ambiguous goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Take ownership of projects end-to-end, from scoping and analysis through execution and implementation.

Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Customer, Product, and G&A teams to deliver operational improvements and inform strategic decision-making.

Build scalable processes and systems from “one-to-ten” and improve existing workflows for efficiency and growth.

Analyze business performance, develop robust models, and synthesize insights into clear recommendations for leadership.

Define success metrics, track performance, and ensure accountability across key initiatives.

Based in SF or willing to relocate; hybrid role.

Experience at a high-growth B2B SaaS company.

Familiarity with internal AI tooling such as Claude Cowork

Prior exposure to both Product and GTM organizations.

MBA or advanced degree a plus but not required.

The salary range for this role is $150,000–$210,000 OTE. Final compensation is determined based on job-related factors including experience, skills, and location.

At Zip, we’re committed to providing our employees with everything they need to do their best work.

📈 Start-up equity

🦷 Full health, vision & dental coverage

🍽️ Catered lunches & dinners for SF employees

🚍 Commuter benefit

🚠 Team building events & happy hours

🌴 Flexible PTO

💻 Apple equipment plus home office budget

💸 401k plan

We're looking to hire Zipsters and that means hiring people who take ownership, communicate openly, have an underdog mindset, and are excited to increase the pace of innovation for every business in the world. We encourage all candidates to apply even if your experience doesn't exactly match up to our job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace where everyone (regardless of age, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and more) feels like they belong. We look forward to hearing from you!