Innovation Programs & Market Entry Manager

GACC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $85,000 – $95,000 per yr

Hybrid work environment

20 days vacation + 15 holidays

9 Sick‑days per year

Medical insurance

401(k) after one year

Job summary

GACC West in San Francisco seeks a qualified professional to manage government-funded market-entry projects for German companies expanding to the U.S. The role combines program management with cross-cultural coordination between Germany and the United States, reporting to the Vice President.

You will develop proposals, organize events, and provide strategic consulting on U.S. market entry, while tracking budgets and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in (International) Business, Economics, or related field; master’s degree desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in German and English.
• Strong understanding of business concepts and market analysis.
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Curiosity for topics like renewable energy, AI, and innovation methods.
• Passion for connecting people and facilitating win-wins.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manage government-sponsored projects and develop proposals and market studies for the U.S. market.
• Coordinate in German with German ministries, associations, and stakeholders.
• Organize conferences, events, and mentoring programs with B2B matchmaking in the U.S.
• Track budgets, timelines, and KPIs for programs.
• Advise German companies on U.S. market entry or expansion and develop strategic plans.
• Identify prospective customers and participants via directories, client leads, orgs, and trade shows.

Skills

German-English communication

Market analysis

Project management

Multitasking

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Resilience under pressure

People skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in International Business / Economics

Master’s degree desirable

Job description

GACC West in San Francisco seeks a qualified professional to manage government-funded market-entry projects for German companies expanding to the U.S. The role combines program management with cross-cultural coordination between Germany and the United States, reporting to the Vice President.

You will develop proposals, organize events, and provide strategic consulting on U.S. market entry, while tracking budgets and KPIs.