What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Operations & Strategy Associate - Cartesian (MIT Startup) position at Cartesian?
Cartesian is building machine learning systems to map indoor environments at scale using wireless signals and mobile computer vision.
We're solving one of the largest challenges in the $35T global retail industry: in-store inventory visibility. Our breakthrough inventory intelligence solution delivers unprecedented indoor positioning and insights, already helping international fashion brands improve operations.
Founded by an MIT engineering professor and alum behind the award-winning, patented core technologies, Cartesian spun out in 2023. Since then, we’ve bootstrapped to a live product, secured a competitive SBIR grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation, deployed in multiple countries, and begun generating customer revenue.
By joining Cartesian, you’ll contribute significantly to several critical business objectives at an inflection point in the startup’s trajectory.
About the Role
We’re looking for a highly driven business associate to join our team at a pivotal stage of growth. In this role, you’ll play a key role in helping drive critical initiatives across operations and strategy, including refining our product market fit, streamlining internal processes, and informing strategic company decisions. You’ll work closely with the head of operations and founders on projects that shape the future of the business.
You’ll be joining us in-person in the heart of Kendall Square, Cambridge, steps from MIT and the Charles River.
Responsibilities
- Perform business research and analysis (through desk research, outreach, and on-the-ground interviews) on customer needs, competitors, partners (go-to-market), and market trends to inform company strategy.
- Synthesize findings into actionable insights and recommendations to discuss with the head of operations and founders.
- Assist with operational processes across the company, including:
- Financial modeling, analysis, and planning
- Managing inbound/outbound inquiries
- Internal reporting and analytics
- Support customer success and partner relations, including preparing presentation materials, responding to product questions, and assisting with onboarding new customers and users.
- Support in fundraising efforts including investor interactions (decks, research, etc.).
Qualifications
- 2 years experience in consulting or startups
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- You have high ownership, are looking to wear ‘many hats’, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Nice to have
- Past startup experience
- Knowledge of the retail industry, particularly fashion retail
- Fluent in Spanish
Compensation
- Salary range: 70K-100K
- Market-competitive equity
- Health and dental benefits
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000
