Startup co-founder | Smart Sourcing

We are a leading Italian venture studio specialized in space economy and deep tech. At our core, we generate and validate startup ideas that have the potential to disrupt entire industries. Our team is made up of exceptional founders, product leaders, and business experts who are ready to launch and scale ventures into the next generation of market leaders.

Opportunity: redefining procurement efficiency

Procurement remains one of the least digitized business functions — yet one with enormous potential for transformation.

At G‑nous, we are building an innovative solution to rethink how SMEs identify, evaluate, and collaborate with suppliers, addressing a market projected to reach $4.75 billion in Europe by 2033. By leveraging artificial intelligence, we want to enable companies to take faster and data‑driven decisions, improving transparency and efficiency across the value chain and simplifying the scouting of new suppliers.

Co‑Founder / CEO responsibilities

We are now looking for a Co‑Founder / CEO to lead the growth of our new Procurement SaaS venture. You will take the lead in launching, positioning, and scaling the product globally – with G‑nous by your side to provide strategic, financial, and operational support.

Qualities & qualifications

• Experience as founder or co‑founder in a start‑up environment, or as a founding team member in a fast‑scaling SaaS company
• Strong background in B2B product management, growth, operations or sales
• A proven track record of scaling digital platforms from 0 to 1 (preferably SaaS or marketplace models)
• The ability to build and inspire a high‑performing team
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills in English

Nice to have

Experience in procurement or supply chain.

What we offer

• A validated concept and product foundation, ready to scale
• A share package in the new startup that will be incorporated
• Access to our network of investors and strategic partners
• The backing of a venture studio with deep expertise in venture building, product development, and fundraising

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development, Sales, and Product Management

Industries

Space Research and Technology, Software Development, Business Consulting and Services

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