Innovation Manager – Driving Impact Through Venture Clienting

GlassDollar; Essen; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

GlassDollar is seeking an Innovation Manager to lead high-impact Proof-of-Concept projects, connecting startups with corporations across various industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, innovation experience, and a well-established network. Join us to shape the future of innovation and create lasting value for our clients.

Leistungen

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunities to lead high-impact projects

Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Qualifikationen

• Proven success in managing high-stakes innovation projects.
• Ability to distill complex technologies into actionable recommendations.
• Experience in venture clienting or corporate-startup partnerships.

Aufgaben

• Lead high-impact PoC projects, bridging startups with corporations.
• Translate technical solutions into tangible business impact.
• Drive collaborations and ensure communication between stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Persuasive communication

Innovation experience

Strategic problem solving

Technologically savvy

Strong network

Venture Clienting expertise

Jobbeschreibung

Hi there, we're GlassDollar Our mission is nothing short of solving the most impactful innovation challenges of the 21st century. How? By empowering corporations through systematic connections with startups that provide cutting-edge solutions . It’s not easy—but with our industry-leading OS , dream team , and extensive network , we confidently thrive on these challenges. You’ll be turning corporate pain points into opportunities , shaping the future, one Proof-of-Concept (PoC) at a time.

Your Role

As an Innovation Manager , you will :

• Lead high-impact PoC projects , strategically bridging startups with corporations in industries such as automotive, energy, finance, and manufacturing.
• Be the trusted advisor , translating technical startup solutions into tangible business impact for corporate clients.
• Proactively drive collaborations , ensuring seamless communication and alignment between all stakeholders.
• Scout and recommend the best-fit startup solutions using your technical acumen and deep understanding of corporate needs.
• Leverage your corporate and startup network to scale successful partnerships and champion impactful solutions.
• Track and measure PoC performance, focusing on creating long-lasting value for both corporations and startups.

What We’re Looking For

• Persuasive communicator : You can distill complex technologies into clear, actionable recommendations, and inspire stakeholders to test innovative solutions.
• Innovation experience : Proven success in managing high-stakes innovation projects, ideally in fast-paced environments or deep tech sectors.
• Strategic problem solver : You thrive on working autonomously, juggling multiple projects, and bringing creative solutions to corporate challenges.
• Technologically savvy : Strong ability to grasp new technologies quickly and understand their business applications.
• Strong network : A well-established network in the corporate and startup world, with the ability to foster new relationships and drive collaborations.
• Venture Clienting expertise : Experience in venture clienting or working with corporate-startup partnerships is highly valuable.

We believe diverse perspectives fuel innovation. Even if you meet 80% of the qualifications , we encourage you to apply. Show us how your unique skills and experiences will add value to GlassDollar’s mission, and let’s create the future together.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible work arrangements , whether remote or on-site.
• Opportunities to lead high-impact projects with top clients across industries.
• Unforgettable offsites, exciting side quests , and numerous ways to explore your other interests.
• A collaborative, diverse, and dynamic work environment that encourages entrepreneurial spirit and bold ideas.

How to Apply

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