Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

Project A Ventures

51-200

Germany

## **About the Job** 

We’re looking for a motivated Founder’s Associate (m/f/d) to join one of our portfolio companies and support its go-to-market strategies. 

In your day-to-day work, you’ll ensure that our portfolio company’s business-critical services are optimised and get the opportunity to contribute to various projects.

Join our portfolio company: Founded in 2021 with its HQ in Berlin/Germany, the company runs a trailblazing marketplace that redefines one of the largest supply chains on earth. The company’s mission is to unlock the vast potential of cross-border supply for the Western Market by providing global access to high-quality products through their innovative platform. Since the launch in January 2022, the firm has operated discreetly with no public profile or media coverage while it has already successfully served hundreds of companies.

## **In this role, you’ll:**

* Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations are exceeded
* Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients Negotiate contracts and agreements to maximize profitability
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities to meet or exceed sales targets
* Initiate and take full ownership of strategic and operational projects and drive them forward proactively
* Assist in day-to-day operational tasks, including project management, team coordination, and resource allocation
* Play a role in building and nurturing a high-performing team by participating in recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement activities
* Act as a liaison between different teams (Growth, Operations, Procurement) ensuring effective communication and alignment of goals
* Be a sparring partner for the Leadership team for strategic and operational decisions and projects

## **Your Profile**

* Bachelor's degree or Master ́s degree in Business or a related field
* First experience in a highly competitive environment such as Management Consulting, Investment Banking, Venture Capital or a high-growth startup
* Interested in and passionate about growth startup and to change a traditional industry together with an international team
* Strong analytical and communication skills
* Hands-on mentality - only the implementation satisfies you
* Ability to speak directly with customers, suppliers, partners, and investors, and take the initiative to get involved

Please note that we are looking for support in the **Berlin** office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work in the EU is required.

## **Benefits and Perks**

* Fulfil a role with entrepreneurial freedom and take a pre-validated business model to the next level
* Join an experienced Founder Team of serial and second time founders (female/male)
* Attractive based, bonus and incentive program - participate in the company’s upside
* Collaborate with top tier investors such as Project A Ventures and Angels (incl. Various unicorn founders) as well as some of the best market experts

Do you want to be part of our portfolio company's success story?

## **Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion** 

_Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application._

Employee

<h2 id="about-the-job"><strong>About the Job</strong></h2>
<p>We’re looking for a motivated Founder’s Associate (m/f/d) to join one of our portfolio companies and support its go-to-market strategies. </p>
<p>In your day-to-day work, you’ll ensure that our portfolio company’s business-critical services are optimised and get the opportunity to contribute to various projects.</p>
<p>Join our portfolio company: Founded in 2021 with its HQ in Berlin/Germany, the company runs a trailblazing marketplace that redefines one of the largest supply chains on earth. The company’s mission is to unlock the vast potential of cross-border supply for the Western Market by providing global access to high-quality products through their innovative platform. Since the launch in January 2022, the firm has operated discreetly with no public profile or media coverage while it has already successfully served hundreds of companies.</p>
<h2 id="in-this-role-youll"><strong>In this role, you’ll:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations are exceeded</li>
<li>Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients Negotiate contracts and agreements to maximize profitability</li>
<li>Identify and pursue new business opportunities to meet or exceed sales targets</li>
<li>Initiate and take full ownership of strategic and operational projects and drive them forward proactively</li>
<li>Assist in day-to-day operational tasks, including project management, team coordination, and resource allocation</li>
<li>Play a role in building and nurturing a high-performing team by participating in recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement activities</li>
<li>Act as a liaison between different teams (Growth, Operations, Procurement) ensuring effective communication and alignment of goals</li>
<li>Be a sparring partner for the Leadership team for strategic and operational decisions and projects</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="your-profile"><strong>Your Profile</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&#39;s degree or Master ́s degree in Business or a related field</li>
<li>First experience in a highly competitive environment such as Management Consulting, Investment Banking, Venture Capital or a high-growth startup</li>
<li>Interested in and passionate about growth startup and to change a traditional industry together with an international team</li>
<li>Strong analytical and communication skills</li>
<li>Hands-on mentality - only the implementation satisfies you</li>
<li>Ability to speak directly with customers, suppliers, partners, and investors, and take the initiative to get involved</li>
</ul>
<p>Please note that we are looking for support in the <strong>Berlin</strong> office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work in the EU is required.</p>
<h2 id="benefits-and-perks"><strong>Benefits and Perks</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Fulfil a role with entrepreneurial freedom and take a pre-validated business model to the next level</li>
<li>Join an experienced Founder Team of serial and second time founders (female/male)</li>
<li>Attractive based, bonus and incentive program - participate in the company’s upside</li>
<li>Collaborate with top tier investors such as Project A Ventures and Angels (incl. Various unicorn founders) as well as some of the best market experts</li>
</ul>
<p>Do you want to be part of our portfolio company&#39;s success story?</p>
<h2 id="our-commitment-to-diversity-and-inclusion"><strong>Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</strong></h2>
<p><em>Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application.</em></p>


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