Chief of Staff - Strategy & AI Enablement (m/f/d)

<h2><strong>About the Job</strong></h2> <p>As a key growth accelerator, A11 partners with Europe’s most ambitious startups and scale-ups, corporates and SMBs to connect them with top-tier talent ready to make an impact.&nbsp;</p> <p>We’re looking for a highly motivated Chief of Staff to the CEO at one of our Ecosystem Companies. This is not a coordination role. This is a company-building role.</p> <p>Join the A11 Ecosystem<strong data-start="542" data-end="570"> –</strong>&nbsp;a next-generation supply chain platform redefining how one of the world’s largest industries sources, distributes, and finances materials. Engineered to unlock the full potential of global trade, it harnesses agentic&nbsp;<em class="Highlight ht8ac753f7-1bc8-4173-979f-6a1de5bd2ed4">AI</em> and workflow automation to provide seamless, high-efficiency access to premium materials at scale. Since its commercial rollout, the platform has fuelled exponential growth, optimizing procurement for thousands of businesses while setting new benchmarks for speed, transparency, and efficiency. Its competitive edge lies in full digitization and&nbsp;<em class="Highlight ht8ac753f7-1bc8-4173-979f-6a1de5bd2ed4">AI</em>-driven supply chain management automation, eliminating inefficiencies and creating a direct, intelligent bridge between suppliers and buyers. With a team of 80+ FTEs across Europe (Berlin HQ), China, and India, the company is rapidly scaling toward profitability, driving triple-digit million GMV, and setting new industry standards in autonomous,&nbsp;<em class="Highlight ht8ac753f7-1bc8-4173-979f-6a1de5bd2ed4">AI</em>-powered supply chain orchestration.</p> <h2><strong>In this role, you’ll:</strong></h2> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Run the Company Operating System</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Drive the CEO agenda across all functions</p> </li> <li> <p>Build and enforce a clear operating cadence (weekly, monthly, quarterly)</p> </li> <li> <p>Create full transparency on performance: GMV, Net Revenue, margin, working capital</p> </li> <li> <p>Identify bottlenecks early and force resolution</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Translate Strategy into Execution</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Break down company strategy into concrete, executable plans</p> </li> <li> <p>Align all CEO direct reports on priorities and timelines</p> </li> <li> <p>Track execution rigorously and intervene where needed</p> </li> <li> <p>Act as sparring partner to senior leadership</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Own Business and Financial Steering</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Work closely with Finance on P&amp;L, balance sheet, and liquidity</p> </li> <li> <p>Understand and challenge core drivers: pricing, margin, AR/AP, capital efficiency</p> </li> <li> <p>Support investor communication and board preparation</p> </li> <li> <p>Ensure decision-making is data-driven and fast</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Drive AI in How We Operate</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Apply AI to how the company runs - not to the product itself</p> </li> <li> <p>Identify where workflows can be automated or improved</p> </li> <li> <p>Deploy tools that increase speed, quality, and leverage across teams</p> </li> <li> <p>Push for continuous improvement in execution</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Lead High-Impact Projects</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Own cross-functional initiatives end-to-end (e.g. M&amp;A, market expansion, funding)</p> </li> <li> <p>Run due diligence and support integration efforts</p> </li> <li> <p>Solve ambiguous, high-stakes problems with speed and clarity</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2><strong>Your Profile:&nbsp;</strong></h2> <ul> <li> <p>5+ years at McKinsey &amp; Company, Boston Consulting Group, or Bain &amp; Company<br>or top-tier investment banking with strong M&amp;A exposure</p> </li> <li> <p>Proven track record of applying AI tools in real operating environments</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong financial understanding (P&amp;L, balance sheet, cash flow)</p> </li> <li> <p>Exceptional structuring and problem-solving skills</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to operate under pressure in a high-performance environment</p> </li> <li> <p class="p1">Excellent communication skills in English (C1+); German would be advantageous</p> </li> </ul> <p>Please note that we are looking for support in the&nbsp;<strong>Berlin&nbsp;</strong>office of our client.</p> <h2><strong>Benefits and Perks:</strong></h2> <ul data-pm-slice="3 3 []"> <li> <p>Work directly with the CEO on the most critical topics</p> </li> <li> <p>Exposure to board-level thinking and decision-making</p> </li> <li> <p>Full visibility across the company</p> </li> <li> <p>Opportunity to shape how a high-growth company is run</p> </li> <li> <p>Steep learning curve with real responsibility from day one</p> </li> </ul> <p><em>If you’re eager to join the A11 Ecosystem and shape what’s next, we want to hear from you!</em></p> <h2>Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</h2> <p><em>A11 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>