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About Us: At Vahan, we are building India’s first AI powered recruitment marketplace for India’s 300 million strong Blue Collar workforce, opening doors to economic opportunities and brighter futures. Already India’s largest recruitment platform, Vahan is supported by marquee investors like Khosla Ventures, Bharti Airtel, Vijay Shekhar Sharma (CEO, Paytm), and leading executives from Google and Facebook. Our customers include names like Swiggy, Zomato, Rapido, Zepto, and many more. We leverage cutting-edge technology and AI to recruit for the workforces of some of the most recognized companies in the country. Our vision is ambitious: to become the go-to platform for blue-collar professionals worldwide, empowering them with not just earning opportunities but also the tools, benefits, and support they need to thrive. We aim to impact over a billion lives worldwide, creating a future where everyone has access to economic prosperity. If our vision excites you, Vahan might just be your next adventure. We’re on the hunt for driven individuals who love tackling big challenges. If this sounds like your kind of journey, dive into the details and see where you can make your mark. About the Role We are looking for a dynamic and data-driven Business Strategy & Growth Analyst to join our fast-paced, high-growth startup. This individual will play a key role in shaping and executing our central growth strategy, driving revenue expansion, and ensuring operational excellence across the organization. You will work directly with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to uncover insights, optimize performance, and influence business outcomes. Roles and Responsibilities Architect and execute data-informed growth strategies, identifying market opportunities to accelerate revenue and support core business initiatives. Lead business planning cycles and establish data-driven goals, fostering a strong governance framework for alignment and accountability. Conduct deep-dive P&L analysis to identify key drivers of Gross Margin (GM%) and Contribution Margin (CM%) and implement strategies to improve profitability and efficiency. Establish and lead regular performance review cadences—weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual—to monitor KPIs and drive corrective actions as needed. Use advanced analytical tools (SQL, Excel/Google Sheets) to extract, analyze, and synthesize data into actionable insights. Design intuitive dashboards and visualizations (using Looker Studio, Tableau, Power BI, etc.) to present key business metrics and insights to stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Product, Sales, and Ops to identify pain points and co-create data-led solutions. Exhibit proactive leadership and adaptability in a high-growth, fast-changing environment to consistently drive exceptional business results. Success Criteria Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving approach. High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate outputs. Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to influence and consult stakeholders across levels. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, or a related field. 3–6 years of experience in business analysis, strategy, or operations in a high-growth startup or consulting environment. Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools like Tableau, Looker Studio, or Power BI. Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of metrics and financial levers. Prior experience working closely with leadership or in a founder’s office is a plus. Who You Are A startup enthusiast who listens deeply to market signals and is energized by ambiguity. Someone who aspires to be an entrepreneur and treats Vahan as their own. Passionate about team success and highly empathetic towards peers. Obsessed with customer satisfaction and highly dependable in delivering outcomes. Curious, self-motivated, and able to ideate, iterate, and act with a sense of urgency. Key Skills & Traits Experience building and maintaining dashboards, metrics, and reports for business decisions. Ability to recommend and define new metrics, techniques, and targeting strategies. Comfortable working with engineering/data teams to ensure proper data infrastructure. Ability to aggregate data from diverse sources into digestible and actionable formats. Deep familiarity with Excel/Google Sheets, SQL, and BI tools. If you're passionate about solving real-world problems at scale, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love turning data into action, we’d love to hear from you! At Vahan, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a sector that touches millions of lives. We’re committed to not only advancing the livelihoods of our workforce but also in taking care of the people who make this mission possible. Here’s what we offer: Unlimited PTO: Trust and flexibility to manage your time in the way that works best for you. Comprehensive Medical Insurance: We’ve got you covered with plans designed to support you and your loved ones. Monthly Wellness Leaves: Regular time off to recharge and focus on what matters most. Competitive Pay: Your contributions are recognized and rewarded with a compensation package that reflects your impact. Join us, and be part of something bigger—where your work drives real, positive change in the world. Show more Show less
