Kijimea
1 week ago
Venture Manager USA
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Company information
- Company
- Kijimea
- Location
- Gräfelfing/Munich Germany
- Posted
- 1 week ago
Job description
About Us
Kijimea – From Research. For Your Life. Since our founding in 2011, we have pursued a clear vision: We want to specifically harness the potential of the microbiota (bacteria) in our gut for a longer and healthier life – for all people.
A first major milestone on this path was already achieved in 2013 with the discovery and clinical research of the unique bacterial strain B. bifidum MIMBb75 (Kijimea Irritable Bowel Syndrome). Since then, we have been able to noticeably improve the lives of millions of irritable bowel syndrome patients worldwide. Today, B. bifidum MIMBb75 is one of the most well-researched bacterial strains worldwide. Its effectiveness and its unique mechanism of action have been proven and published in numerous clinical studies – including in renowned specialist journals like The Lancet.
We work with leading research institutions such as Charité Berlin to investigate the connections between the microbiota (bacteria in our gut) and allergies, skin diseases, and mental disorders. In short: We are examining how the bacteria in our gut influence a longer and healthier life.
Today, we are among the fastest-growing healthcare companies worldwide. We reach our customers through various channels: through direct communication with doctors and pharmacists, as well as print, TV, and digital marketing. To further expand our strong growth in Europe, we are looking for outstanding talents to support us in this mission. Our goal is clearly defined: By 2028, we want to make Kijimea the world's largest DTC probiotic brand, thereby giving over 50 million people a better life annually.
Does this sound exciting to you? Then apply now! We look forward to getting to know you.
Your Mission With Us
Do you dream of building a business from scratch as an entrepreneur – but with the firepower of a highly profitable, established brand with a triple-digit million turnover behind you? Then you're in the right place with us! We are looking for a Venture Manager – USA, effective immediately, to build our business in the USA and conquer the world's largest probiotic market with the Kijimea brand.
Together with our team of experts, you will develop the perfect market entry strategy and implement it locally. From building the supply chain, constructing our online shop, establishing the brand on marketplaces, developing marketing campaigns – you will delve deep into the details and drive the operational implementation on site. You will also find the perfect location for our business in the USA and build your own rockstar team locally – to develop Kijimea into the largest probiotic brand in the USA as well.
Help millions of people in the USA lead a healthier and longer life with Kijimea.
Your Responsibilities
As part of the Business Development team at Kijimea, you will actively shape our path into the US market – playing a key role in the growth of our brand.
Together with the leadership team in Germany, you will develop a clearly structured roadmap for our market entry – including in-depth market analyses, the definition of relevant target groups, and the identification of exciting growth potentials.
You will identify the perfect locations for our US headquarters and take full responsibility for building and scaling our teams directly on site.
You will build a strong network of partners and suppliers and negotiate crucial contracts with the necessary tact.
You will manage our local online marketing and e-commerce activities, specifically adapting products, shops, and campaigns to the US market and consumer behavior – thereby ensuring maximum impact.
From strategy to daily operational business: You will be fully involved and share responsibility for our success in the USA with the management team.
Your Profile
You have an excellent degree in Business Administration, Natural Sciences, a STEM field, or a comparable course of study.
You have at least two years of professional experience in a similarly dynamic environment – ideally gained at a leading strategy consultancy, a private equity firm, or in a fast-growing scale-up.
You have relevant experience in e-commerce, online marketing, consumer goods, or a comparable direct-to-consumer (D2C) business model.
You are familiar with the challenges and market mechanisms of the US market and know what is important there.
You communicate clearly, structurally, and persuasively – both in writing and orally.
You think entrepreneurially, have strong drive, enjoy hands-on work, and are passionate about building something from scratch.
You possess strategic and analytical strength, work goal-orientedly, and never lose sight of the details.
You have fluent German and English language skills (at least C1).
Our Promise
We make things happen – and quickly! You can expect a top management board of high-caliber entrepreneurs, former consultants, and experienced industry leaders. We offer you the environment in which you can develop personally and professionally in an unparalleled way.
Do you have questions?
Please feel free to contact your responsible contact person directly:
FUTRUE GmbH
Stefanie Hischer
Am Haag 14
82166 Gräfelfing
https://futrue.com
Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you.
*For reasons of better readability, the masculine form is used in this advertisement. It explicitly refers to all genders (w/m/d).
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Required skills
- english
- communication
- german
- healthcare
- management
- supply chain
- business development
- consultant
- market research
- goal-oriented
- team building
- c1
- e-commerce
- marketplaces
- stem
- business administration
- strategy consulting
- headquarters
- partnerships
- mental disorders
- analytical
- detail-oriented
- strategic
- marketing campaigns
- entrepreneurial
- dtc brand
- private equity
- clinical research
- consumer goods
- consumer behavior
- contract negotiation
- entrepreneur
- allergies
- online marketing
- leadership team
- direct-to-consumer
- scale-up
- us market
- supplier network
- industry leader
- growth potential
- target groups
- probiotics
- irritable bowel syndrome
- microbiota
- charité berlin
- the lancet
- bacterial strain
- venture management
- usa market entry
- skin diseases
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