Planning & Optimization Associate

Join us and be a part of shaping the future of urban mobility!

Some complain about traffic but some are actually doing something about it. Join us on our mission to reduce traffic in Istanbul by increasing the accessibility of sustainable shared mobility.

Who are we?

Volt Lines is the only technology-enabled player in the Turkish market competing against legacy incumbents. Volt Lines reduces emissions and traffic by turning premium 16-seater buses into a viable alternative to single-occupancy vehicles.

What do we do?

In Istanbul, over 50,000 buses operate at 31% efficiency. These buses, which contribute to the city's traffic with empty seats, could also be the solution to this problem. Volt Lines is the only shuttle service provider that has both software and transport service. This allows for optimal harmonization of the software and operation resulting in the creation of innovative experiences and services. Notable examples of these innovative services include DRT and Marketplace. DRT (short for Demand-Responsive Transport) was covered by a Harvard Business School case study that is being taught at the MBA program in Boston. Marketplace on the other hand allows companies to sell empty seats on their buses to neighboring passengers who are going in the same direction at the same time.

Let's work together to shape the future of mobility.

We're looking for a Planning & Optimization Associate to join us in shaping the future of urban transportation using the latest technologies.

Responsibilities

• Route Design: Create, update, and optimize transportation routes in Mission Control based on client needs, employee locations, traffic patterns, and time constraints.
• Route Optimization: Regularly review and analyze existing routes for potential improvements, identifying opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency-enhancing changes.
• Data Analysis: Utilize data insights to make data-driven decisions regarding route planning, travel times, capacity management, and employee satisfaction.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the customer success and operations teams to address any routing issues and ensure customers' needs are met efficiently.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with best practices in route optimization, industry trends, and new technologies to keep our services innovative and effective.
• Reporting: Provide regular performance reports and analysis to management, highlighting key metrics and opportunities for improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in City and Regional Planning, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in planning, optimization, or data analysis, preferably within transportation or logistics.
• Strong understanding of transportation systems, efficiency metrics, and cost optimization strategies.
• Ability to understand and work with complex datasets to make informed decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with different teams and clients.

1. Innovative Environment: Volt Lines operates in a fast-growing, innovative industry, offering opportunities to work on impactful projects with cutting-edge technology.
2. Career Growth: Volt Lines is committed to employee development, offering opportunities for career progression, training, and skill enhancement.
3. Work-Life Balance: Volt Lines offers flexible working hours as well as a flexible paid time-off policy that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
4. Startup Culture: Volt Lines embodies a startup environment that promotes creativity, autonomy, and innovation, providing employees with the freedom to take initiative and make decisions.
5. Inclusive Work Culture: Volt Lines values different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, and fosters an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
6. Impact on Urban Mobility: Volt Lines focuses on revolutionizing urban transportation and sustainability, giving employees a chance to contribute to a purpose-driven mission.
7. Compensation and Benefits: Volt Lines offers its employees a best-in-class equity program (RSUs), the chance to earn up to 20 salaries in a year, private health insurance, food and transportation allowances among other perks.