Director, GM – Marketplace

Locations: Santa Monica, CA, Seattle, WA, Chicago, IL or New York, NY 

The Company 

Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.  

The Role  

The Director, Marketplace is responsible for developing and executing the strategy for hyper-scaling the Metropolis Marketplace, which dynamically connects Metropolis parking inventory with third-party channels across a multitude of use cases (short-term and long-term parking, charging, fleet services, etc.). The Marketplace team is a foundational component of the Corporate Business Development function and a focal point of strategic partnerships for the company. As the GM, you will own the Marketplace P&L, building out the team, driving strategic partnerships, and working cross-functionally with Product, Operations, and Strategy to deliver the short-term and long-term objectives. Metropolis’ vision of the future is bold, and we are seeking a proven leader with a combination of strategic and operational experience. 

Responsibilities   

• Establish the strategic direction for the Marketplace to advance the company’s business goals and objectives 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Operations, Marketing, and Strategy to scope and execute the Marketplace vision and roadmap 

• Drive partnership strategy, identifying key prospects, building consensus with internal audiences, and executing multifaceted, long-term deals 

• Own the P&L and manage all aspects of the program to realize financial growth 

• Develop the high-performing team and implement the processes and systems necessary to enable the business unit to rapidly scale 

• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes 

Requirements and Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required, 10+ years of relevant experience at a fast-paced company 

• Proven leadership in business strategy and operations, transforming early-stage ideas to leading businesses 

• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with partners 

• Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence cross-functional teams for complex programs  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear and compelling manner 

• Experience in two-sided marketplaces, AI technology, mobility, real estate, or related fields is a plus 

When you join Metropolis, you’ll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $175,000.00 to 215,000.00 annually. The actual base pay offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base pay is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more.