Chief of Staff

Hubcycle; Avignon; Hybride; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An innovative food industry company in Avignon seeks a Chief of Staff to support executive leadership in driving strategy, performance, and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include managing cross-functional projects, developing performance dashboards, and ensuring effective communication across teams. Candidates should have 2-3 years of relevant experience and be fluent in English and French. The position offers a permanent full-time contract with options for remote work after the first month.

Prestations

Competitive salary

Bonus and performance incentives

Work from home 2 days a week after the first month

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in strategic consulting or similar role.
• Proven experience in project management.
• Strong understanding of strategic planning and operational excellence.

Responsabilités

• Develop and maintain dashboards and KPI scorecards.
• Prepare and organize company's strategic meetings.
• Track strategic project progress and identify blockers.

Connaissances

Project management

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Formation

Graduate from Engineering or Business School

Outils

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

SQL

Description du poste

Role Overview

As a Chief of Staff, your role is crucial for our organization. Reporting to the Chief Finance and Operations Officer, you will act as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team, driving clarity, alignment, and execution across key initiatives. The Chief of Staff will be central in tracking company performance, managing cross‑functional projects, and ensuring the organization’s priorities are executed effectively.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Equip the teams with the tools and knowledge to drive performance.
• Develop and maintain company‑wide dashboards and KPI scorecards for business performance monitoring.
• Translate complex data into clear insights and actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Conduct ad‑hoc analyses to evaluate performance, efficiency, or ROI of strategic initiatives.
• Work closely with executive team to ensure alignment of metrics and reporting methodologies.
• Support the CFOO and Finance manager in annual and quarterly strategic planning cycles.

Anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and help refine strategic priorities based on performance data.

Help Structure Executive Routine

• Increase the effectiveness of the management team in ensuring OKRs are cascading through the organization.
• Prepare and organize company’s strategic meetings.
• Ensure effective and high‑energy running of company routines such as all‑hands meetings, stand‑ups, project meetings, strategy meetings, Board meetings, etc.
• Ensure all relevant stakeholders have the relevant information about key decisions and meetings.

Track and/or Manage Cross‑Functional or Strategic Projects

• Help track strategic projects progress – track KPI, identify blockers, propose solutions and action plans (e.g., delivery of categories strategies).
• Support the tech roadmap by coordinating sprint definitions, refining priorities, and coordinating non‑Odoo projects with external developers.
• Support M&A / fundraising / strategic partnership projects.
• Lead where relevant a strategic cross‑functional project (e.g., opening of a new country, review of governance and internal controls).

Who You Are

• You like challenges and aim high!
• Flexible and agile, you know what it takes to be part of a start‑up, an ever‑changing environment.
• Autonomous, dedicated, humble, rigorous, proactive, detail‑oriented. You know what “cut the crap” means.
• You’re efficient and business‑oriented – no BS, just solutions.
• Team player AND lone wolf: you own multiple projects but ask for help when needed to deliver in a fast‑paced environment.
• You are known for your interpersonal and customer service skills, even in highly stressful situations.
• French or English. No problem, you master both.

Must‑Haves

• Graduate from an Engineering School (preferred) or Business school.
• At least 2‑3 years of experience in strategic consulting, or in a business analysis / project manager or similar role in a fast‑scaling start‑up.
• Fluent in English and French.
• Proven experience in project management, with ability to demonstrate role in operational execution.
• Proven experience with data analysis, visualization, and performance tracking tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel, SQL).
• Strong understanding of strategic planning, business modeling, and operational excellence frameworks.
• Bias towards execution.

Nice‑to‑Haves

You have a “circular economy mindset”.

You Embody Our Core Values

• Discernment
• Boldness
• Dedication to performance
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Pragmatism
• Integrity

Salary & Process

• Contract: Permanent Full‑time
• Status: Cadre (Manager)
• Workplace: Avignon (South)
• Work from home: 2 days / week after the first month
• Salary: Attractive package including competitive base depending on experience + bonus and performance incentives
• Start ASAP

Recruiting Process

• Interview with our Talent Acquisition Manager + Head of People
• Interview “Deep Dive” with Chief of Finance & Operations Officer
• Business case preparation + presentation to C‑Levels
• Profile test upon request (Optional)

The Company

30% of global agricultural raw materials end up as wasted resources. In other words, 6% of our global carbon emissions are generated for nothing. That’s it.

At Hubcycle, we are reshaping the food industry by transforming overlooked by‑products into competitive ingredients. Our approach hacks conventional supply chains, demanding boldness, peak performance, pragmatism, and collaboration. This should never prevent us from delivering the highest food safety standards, though.

We act as professionals, always.

Our Culture

We believe a great workplace is about working alongside exceptional people who push us forward. We cultivate a culture of excellence, ownership, and impact, ensuring that each person at Hubcycle contributes meaningfully to our mission.

This requires creativity, resilience, and a hunger to challenge the norm. We are not here to play it safe; we are here to build a company that changes how the world sources food.

We move fast. We expect excellence.

We challenge each other constantly. We don’t hide behind excuses. We don’t tolerate mediocre standards, negligence, nor carelessness.

This environment is demanding and high‑impact, but deeply rewarding. Let’s be clear :

Even if this sounds sexy, Hubcycle is not for everyone.

So please read on.