Venture Development Manager (m/f/d) Vienna, Austria Employee Management, Team Leader

️ At Gauder, we rethink home improvement.

Magnets, adhesives, insect protection – sounds basic? We get it. But the truth is: many DIY products on the market are overpriced, poorly made, or just not built to last. That’s what we’re here to change. At Gauder, we develop home improvement solutions that are reliable, user-friendly, and designed with purpose.

Since 2017, more than 2 million customers across Europe and the US have trusted our products – from DIY enthusiasts to professionals. With 70,000+ monthly orders, we’ve grown into one of the leading e-commerce brands in our category. And we’re just getting started.

Backed by experience from Rocket Internet, WHU, WU Vienna, and several international startups, our team combines operational excellence with big-picture thinking. Our vision: expand into new product categories, build scalable infrastructure, and become a household name in home improvement.

At Gauder, we value initiative, accountability, and collaboration. We believe in learning fast, building together, and enjoying the ride. This is your chance to shape the future of a fast-growing consumer brand.

Start: Immediately

Type: Permanent position

Location: Vienna, Austria

Tasks

You will work directly with our Head of Venture Development in Vienna on further scaling Gauder and positioning the company as a leading brand in the home improvement and DIY space.

• Lead high-impact projects across new product launches, market expansion, operations, and go-to-market strategies
• Analyze sales performance and identify levers for growth across marketplaces and retail locations
• Improve internal processes and drive automation where possible
• Prepare analyses, forecasts, and business cases to support key decisions
• Own project execution from strategy to implementation, with full accountability for results
• Grow into a leadership role and establish your own team

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in business development, consulting, e-commerce, or a high-growth startup
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a business-related field of study.
• Strong analytical skills – you’re fluent in Excel/Sheets and confident working with numbers
• Entrepreneurial mindset – you take initiative, move fast, and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty
• Excellent communication skills in German (C2) and English (min. C1) – both written and spoken

Benefits

• Real ownership from day one – you’ll lead projects that actually matter
• Your voice counts – we actively invite you to shape our culture, processes, and the way we work together
• Fast learning curve and room to grow into a leadership role
• A mix of strategic challenges and hands-on execution
• Competitive salary and performance-based growth opportunities

Ready to level up? With us, you’ll not only get exciting projects to work on, but also a salary of €60,000 – and more if you bring the experience!