Strategic Finance Director

The posting, as Lab37 wrote it

Who we are

Lab37 Robotics , is a technology company focused on the development and deployment of robots designed specifically for direct-to-customer food production. Our mission is to revolutionize the food industry by creating innovative robotic solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver cutting-edge products that meet the evolving needs of our clients.

About the Role

The Strategic Finance Director will be a core member of Lab37's finance team, supporting financial planning and analysis, unit economics, investment cases, and strategic business reviews. This person will translate operational and technical decisions into clear financial implications and provide the analysis leadership needs to allocate capital, manage costs, and scale the business responsibly.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role for an analytically strong professional who wants broad exposure to a fast-growing robotics business. The ideal candidate is comfortable moving between detailed financial models, executive-ready materials, and ambiguous business questions. They will work closely with leaders across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Commercial functions while taking increasing ownership of core finance workstreams.

What you'll do

Strategic Finance & Business Partnership

• Partner with the Head of Finance & Strategy and Lab37 leadership on the highest-priority business decisions as the company moves from product development and pilots into manufacturing, commercialization, and scale.
• Lead strategic analyses across product and customer pricing, robot and restaurant unit economics, commercialization models, capital allocation, investment prioritization, and growth.
• Work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Commercial teams to solve complex operating problems, including labor economics, cost structure, deployment economics, utilization, and customer profitability.
• Translate ambiguous business questions into structured analyses, develop clear recommendations, and influence decisions with senior leaders.
• Move comfortably between detailed operating issues and the broader business strategy, understanding how individual decisions affect Lab37's economics and long-term growth.

Financial Planning & Business Performance

• Own and evolve Lab37's operating model, forecasts, and long-range financial plan in partnership with the Head of Finance & Strategy.
• Translate product roadmaps, manufacturing capacity, deployment schedules, hiring plans, and commercial assumptions into financial and operating forecasts.
• Develop the financial frameworks and KPIs needed to understand robot economics, manufacturing and deployment costs, customer profitability, cash requirements, and returns on investment.
• Lead performance analysis and business reviews, identifying the key drivers, risks, opportunities, and actions behind

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delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.

• Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
• Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our Pittsburgh office. As a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $160,000 - $210,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
• Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
• Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Pet insurance discount.
• 401(k).
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Time Off policies:
• Discretionary vacation days
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Paid Bereavement leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
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