Founder Associate (m/f/d)

The company is a managed marketplace that addresses the resource shortage in a trillion-dollar industry, making essential materials affordable for all individuals. Founded in 2021, it operates discreetly with no public profile or media coverage. Serving both major industry players and mid-sized companies, the company utilizes a cutting-edge technology platform that has gained significant traction. With a long-term vision, the company empowers the industry to embrace the latest innovations for the greater good.

Having successfully secured substantial capital from top-tier VCs, Unicorn and Decacorn founders, and industry experts through various funding rounds, the company is well-funded.

They are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join the team as Founder Associate. As a key member of the team, they are looking for a dynamic individual who can adapt to rapidly changing situations, take initiative, and contribute to the growth and success of the startup.

Tasks

• Business Development: Identify and explore potential partnerships, collaborations, and growth opportunities for the company.
• Go-to-market Strategy: Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and potential threats in the industry. Provide insights and recommendations to guide decision-making.
• Operational Support: Assist in day-to-day operational tasks, including project management, team coordination, and resource allocation.
• Financial Analysis: Help with financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring key financial metrics.
• Team Building: Play a role in building and nurturing a high-performing team by participating in recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement activities.
• Cross functions: Act as a liaison between different teams (Growth, Operations, Procurement) ensuring effective communication and alignment of goals.

Requirements

• You possess a Bachelor’s degree or Master´s degree in Business or a related field
• You bring first experience in a highly competitive environment such as Management Consulting, Investment Banking, Venture Capital or a high-growth startup
• You are interested in and passionate about growth startup and to change a traditional industry together with an international team
• You have strong analytical and communication skills
• You possess Hands-on mentality – only the implementation satisfies you
• You demonstrate ability to speak directly with customers, suppliers, partners and investors, and take the initiative to get involved

Benefits

• A role to fulfill with entrepreneurial freedom and a pre-validated business model to be pushed to the next level
• An experienced founding team of serial and 2nd time founders
• A future-proof job with an attractive salary as well as performance-related bonus payments in a successful and value-oriented company
• Collaboration with top tier investors and angles (incl. various unicorn founders) as well as leading market experts
• A challenging yet rewarding work environment, and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a rapidly growing company
• Beautiful office space in the center of Berlin, monthly All-Hands, team events and team lunches

Join one of the most exciting opportunities in an industry that is starving for innovative solutions. Work with an international intercultural team (offices in Berlin, Mumbai and Hong Kong) led by serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives, advised by some of the brightest minds in the industry.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!