What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations / Director of Business Development (Bilingual: English/Chinese) position at Reer Robotics?
About Reer Robotics
Reer Robotics is a fast-growing robotics startup dedicated to revolutionizing automation and logistics solutions. As we expand our footprint in the North American market, we are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our U.S. operations and business growth. This is a high-impact, "founding-level" leadership role designed for a professional who thrives in "0 to 1" environments.
Job Description
1. Strategic Business Development & Public Relations
- Drive brand awareness and market positioning for Reer Robotics across the United States.
- Represent the company at major industry events, trade shows (such as MODEX), and chambers of commerce to expand high-end industry resources.
- Lead and facilitate business negotiations with key early-stage accounts and strategic partners.
2. Operational Leadership & Compliance
- Develop and execute the U.S. market growth strategy in alignment with global corporate goals.
- Oversee local operational compliance, including office leasing, legal requirements, and service process optimization.
- Ensure seamless communication and coordination between U.S. branches and the global headquarters.
3. Team Building & Management
- Lead the recruitment and assembly of local high-performance teams across various sites.
- Manage daily administrative operations, performance evaluations (KPIs), and professional development for the U.S. workforce.
Candidate Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience, specifically within the logistics or automation sectors.
- Market Expertise: Proven track record of building teams or scaling a business "from 0 to 1"; prior experience in a startup environment is highly preferred.
- Language Proficiency: Full professional fluency in both Mandarin and English is required to facilitate cross-functional communication.
- Leadership: Exceptional cross-cultural leadership skills with a high degree of business acumen and public speaking ability.
- Network: Must possess a mature professional network within the automation/robotics industry.
Additional Information
- Location: Los Angeles, CA or New York, NY.
- Travel: Significant domestic travel to industry hubs and potential international travel to headquarters may be required.
- Schedule: Full-time.
Pay: $71,864.18 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $71,864 - $100,000