# Location Manager at Zum

- Company: Zum
- What the company does: Zum CMX serves 5,000+ schools with 98% on-time performance. Managed student transportation, AI routing, and real-time tracking for districts. Backed by Sequoia and SoftBank VF.
- Company website: https://ridezum.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Johnston, RI
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $100K to $115K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-06-12
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/ridezum/d7fef286-62da-4f15-bdae-e88fbeefe795
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/zum-location-manager-4/

## About the role

We're seeking an experienced Location Manager to lead transportation operations at Johnston, RI. This role encompasses the complete operational lifecycle—from bid development and startup to daily management and continuous improvement. You'll build high-performing teams, manage P&L accountability, and establish best-in-class transportation operations that exceed customer expectations.

## What they're looking for

- Demonstrated experience managing full profit and loss (P&L) accountability with operational oversight and KPI responsibility
- 5+ years of experience managing day-to-day operations in complex, time-sensitive environments such as transportation, field services, logistics, hospitality, or similar industries
- Experience with scheduling, staffing, planning, and operational execution
- 5+ years of experience maintaining client-facing relationships and managing customer accounts in an operational environment, with demonstrated ability to deliver customer service to both external clients and internal stakeholders
- Experience managing salaried leaders and/or coordinating across multiple departments
- Track record of career progression supported by relevant certifications or continuing education, with demonstrated success in developing direct reports and building high-performing teams

Tags: Johnston, RI