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Berlin, Deutschland
Onsite
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.
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.
Join the A11 Ecosystem – 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 AI 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 AI-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, AI-powered supply chain orchestration.
Run the Company Operating System
Drive the CEO agenda across all functions
Build and enforce a clear operating cadence (weekly, monthly, quarterly)
Create full transparency on performance: GMV, Net Revenue, margin, working capital
Identify bottlenecks early and force resolution
Translate Strategy into Execution
Break down company strategy into concrete, executable plans
Align all CEO direct reports on priorities and timelines
Track execution rigorously and intervene where needed
Act as sparring partner to senior leadership
Own Business and Financial Steering
Work closely with Finance on P&L, balance sheet, and liquidity
Understand and challenge core drivers: pricing, margin, AR/AP, capital efficiency
Support investor communication and board preparation
Ensure decision-making is data-driven and fast
Drive AI in How We Operate
Apply AI to how the company runs - not to the product itself
Identify where workflows can be automated or improved
Deploy tools that increase speed, quality, and leverage across teams
Push for continuous improvement in execution
Lead High-Impact Projects
Own cross-functional initiatives end-to-end (e.g. M&A, market expansion, funding)
Run due diligence and support integration efforts
Solve ambiguous, high-stakes problems with speed and clarity
5+ years at McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, or Bain & Company
or top-tier investment banking with strong M&A exposure
Proven track record of applying AI tools in real operating environments
Strong financial understanding (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
Exceptional structuring and problem-solving skills
Ability to operate under pressure in a high-performance environment
Excellent communication skills in English (C1+); German would be advantageous
Please note that we are looking for support in the Berlin office of our client.
Work directly with the CEO on the most critical topics
Exposure to board-level thinking and decision-making
Full visibility across the company
Opportunity to shape how a high-growth company is run
Steep learning curve with real responsibility from day one
If you’re eager to join the A11 Ecosystem and shape what’s next, we want to hear from you!
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.