Assistant Manager

Job Description

About the Team

A lethal combination of innovative strategies and next-level implementations is the secret to Meesho's phenomenal success. And our team is the strategy and implementation hub of Meesho's tech team Join us if you're interested in shaping the direction of one of India's fastest-growing unicorns and be the eyes and ears (and occasionally the brains) behind the decisions of the tech leadership.

As an Assistant Manager, Strategy & Ops (CTO's Office) at Meesho, you will help define the technology vision and roadmap for the company and identify big bets and collaborate with different functions on critical initiatives. We are currently a team of 3 and growing - constantly tackling exciting challenges across multiple projects.

This team isn't just about work - we believe in a work-life balance that brings out the best in our team. We strive to develop informal relationships within this small team. If tackling interesting challenges in a high-energy, fun environment sounds like something that will interest you, join us

About the Role

As our Assistant Manager, Tech Strategy & Operations, you will focus on our biggest tech goals. You will drive cross-org initiatives with cross-functional teams including engineering, data science, product, and business to deliver key outcomes for the company. Additionally, you'll get a seat at the table with senior leaders which will help you gain executive presence and thinking. An important aspect of the job would be bringing an outside-in perspective. Keeping track of dynamics in the market and movements of our peers, benchmarking for our performance, and identifying best practices we can learn from.

What you will do

- Shape Meesho's technology vision and roadmap
- Improve the Company OS: Identifying problems and opportunities to improve Meesho tech org's ways of working, enabling each techie to reach their maximum potential
- Deliver Zero to One complex 10X tech initiatives
- Develop / initiate and deliver critical cross-org projects for the company
- Advise our CTO and Co-founder - there is a lot of leadership exposure in this role, which will help you upskill your 10X thinking and decision making skills

What you will need

- MBA/BTech with 2+ years of experience
- Experience in strategy consulting experience at a consulting firm (or similar experience in a high-growth startup)
- Ability to be a self-starter, who can take a problem statement and solve it to the end
- Experience in collaborating and working with cross-functional teams
- Ability to thrive and grow in an ambiguous environment
- An innate curiosity for all things tech :)

About us

Welcome to Meesho, where every story begins with a spark of inspiration and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. We're not just a platform we're your partner in turning dreams into realities.

Curious about life at Meesho Explore our Glassdoor - our people have a lot to say and they've helped us become a loved workplace in India.

Our Mission

Democratising internet commerce for everyone - Meesho (Meri Shop) started with a single idea in mind: to be an e-commerce destination for Indian consumers and to enable small businesses to succeed online.

We provide our sellers with benefits such as zero commission and affordable shipping solutions in the market. Today, sellers nationwide are growing their businesses by tapping into Meesho's large and diverse customer base, state-of-the-art tech infrastructure, and pan-India logistics network through trusted third-party partners.

Affordable, relatable merchandise that mirrors local markets has helped us connect with internet users and serve customers across urban, semi-urban, and rural India. Our unique business model and continuous innovation have established us as a part of India's e-commerce ecosystem.

Culture and Total Rewards

Our focus is on cultivating a dynamic workplace characterized by high impact and performance excellence. We prioritize a people-centric culture, dedicated to hiring and developing exceptional talent.

Total rewards at Meesho comprise a comprehensive set of elements - monetary, non-monetary, tangible, and intangible. Our 9 guiding principles, or Mantras, are the backbone of how we operate, influencing everything from recognition and evaluation to growth discussions. Daily rituals and processes like Problem First Mindset, Listen or Die, our Internal Mobility Program, Talent Reviews, and Continuous Performance Management embody these principles.

We offer competitive compensation - both cash and equity-based - tailored to job roles, individual experience, and skill, along with employee-centric benefits and a supportive work environment. Our holistic wellness program, MeeCare, includes benefits across physical, mental, financial, and social wellness. This includes extensive medical insurance for employees and their families, wellness initiatives like telehealth, wellness events, and fitness-related perks.

To support work-life balance, we offer generous leave policies, parental support, retirement benefits, and learning and development assistance. Through personalized recognition, gratitude for stretched work, and engaging activities, we promote employee delight at the workplace. Additional benefits such as salary advance support, relocation assistance, and flexible benefit plans further enrich the Meesho experience.

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