Strategic Business Analyst (Business Planning)

Job Description

About CarSal.com

CarSal.com is a Silicon Valley-based next-generation vehicle resale platform specializing in professionally inspected, lightly damaged vehicles (rebuilt title cars). They aim to bring transparency, trust, and technology to the used car buying process. CarSal uses an AI-powered platform and ESG-driven mission to help consumers find safe, affordable, and sustainable used cars. Key differentiators include:

• Transparent Vehicle Ratings: Professional inspections, third-party reports, and clear condition summaries.
• Smart Price-Value Match: Proprietary tools to evaluate a vehicle’s worth based on condition and repair potential, offering savings of 30-50%.
• ESG-Driven Reuse Model: Reintroducing lightly damaged cars to reduce waste and promote a circular economy.
• Buy with Confidence: Optional warranty support, post-sale assistance, and a 7-day return policy.

CarSal’s mission is to make used car buying safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

Strategic Business Analyst (Business Planning) Job Description

As a Strategic Business Analyst (Business Planning), your focus will be on identifying and securing external funding opportunities that align with CarSal’s mission. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to research ESG, entrepreneurship, and sustainability-related grants and investment programs. You will assist in crafting compelling business proposals for government, foundation, and corporate sponsors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research on funding programs related to ESG, innovation, startups, and sustainability.
• Utilize ChatGPT and other research tools to analyze data, identify trends, and generate insights.
• Assist in drafting well-structured business proposals, pitch decks, and application forms.
• Maintain internal documentation (company overviews, project case studies).
• Collaborate on real-world application projects, tracking milestones and deadlines.
• Apply structured thinking frameworks to communicate complex business models.

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to summarize and present information clearly.
• Proficient in using ChatGPT or other AI tools—or open to quickly learning.
• Interest in business strategy, technology, innovation, social good, or sustainability topics.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• English reading and comprehension skills (especially for funding documents and reports); writing skills in English are a plus.