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Bright Machines is an AI-enabled manufacturer specializing in data center infrastructure production. The company uses proprietary AI-based robotics and software to assemble AI infrastructure hardware for hyperscalers and OEMs, addressing the surge in computing demand driven by AI adoption and supporting U.S. manufacturing reshoring initiatives.
As Chief of Staff, you will partner directly with the CEO and executive leadership team to drive high-impact strategic and operational initiatives across the organization. You will serve as a strategic partner to the executive team, managing cross-functional programs, accelerating strategic priorities, and ensuring efficient execution at scale.
Key responsibilities include:
- Partnering with the CEO and executive leadership to shape company strategy, long-range planning, resource allocation, and major initiative prioritization
- Leading strategic planning processes including OKRs, quarterly priorities, and cross-organizational alignment
- Overseeing key cross-functional projects such as operational transformation, new business initiatives, and partnerships
- Ensuring integration of strategic plans into functional execution across Operations, R&D, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and HR
- Facilitating communication across teams to break down silos and promote organizational clarity
- Driving business rhythm through business reviews, forecasting processes, and reporting cadence
- Supporting Board of Directors materials, investor relations, and fundraising preparation
- Identifying challenges and opportunities in the operating model and proposing solutions
- Leading process improvement initiatives across forecasting, decision frameworks, and company performance
- Developing analytical models to support strategic planning and resource allocation
- Supporting investor relations, external communications, and strategic partnerships
Requirements:
- 8+ years in a strategic, operational, or business planning role, ideally in high-growth technology, software, robotics, automation, or top-tier consulting firms (minimum 3 years post-MBA)
- Top-tier consulting firm experience preferred (Bain, BCG, McKinsey)
- Proven track record leading strategic cross-functional programs from ideation to execution
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills; comfort with complex, ambiguous environments
- Experience building operating cadences, KPI frameworks, forecasting processes, and performance dashboards
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to craft executive-level presentations and narratives
- Credibility working with senior leaders; high emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment
- Bachelor's degree required (preferably in engineering or related field); MBA or comparable advanced degree preferred
Nice-to-have:
- Experience at a high-growth technology, robotics, automation, or deep-tech company
- Prior experience in manufacturing, automation, or AI infrastructure
- Familiarity with investor relations and fundraising processes
