Manager, Innovation Solutions

GACC WEST – Representative of German Business; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit org

Medical insurance

401(k) after year

Hybrid work

Vacation 20 days

Holidays 15

Sick days 9

Job summary

GACC West – Representative of German Business in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a capable professional to manage government-funded market entry programs and consulting for German companies entering the U.S. market.

You will coordinate with German ministries and associations, organize events, and mentor teams while tracking budgets and KPIs. You will also advise clients on market entry strategies, identify prospective customers and opportunities, and help integrate AI into internal processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in (International) Business, Economics or related field; master's degree preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English.
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently and coordinating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage government-funded Market Entry Programs, including proposals and market studies for the U.S. market.
• Coordinate in German with German ministries, associations, and stakeholders for each program.
• Organize conferences, events and mentoring programs for German industry groups in the U.S., including B2B matchmaking.
• Track budgets, timelines and KPIs for programs.
• Advise German companies on U.S. market entry or expansion strategies.
• Identify prospective customers and project participants through directories, client leads and events.
• Research industry information to identify overlapping verticals for German solutions.
• Liaise with team to identify opportunities and develop new services and AI integration within processes.

Skills

Bilingual German-English

Project management

Market analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in (International) Business or Economics

Master's degree preferred

Job description

What you will do

Reporting to the Vice President, you will manage our government-funded projects and gain first-hand experience of the workings of a transatlantic business organization.

Market Entry Programs (Government-Funded)

• Manage government-sponsored projects, including the development of project proposals and industry-specific market studies of the U.S. market for German companies on various topics
• Correspond and coordinate in German with German ministries, German associations, and other stakeholders in preparation for each program
• Organize and develop conferences, events, and industry-specific mentoring programs for German industry groups in collaboration with our events staff, including B2B matchmaking with potential business and strategic partners in the U.S.
• Track program budgets, timelines, and KPIs

Market Entry Consulting

• Advise German companies on their U.S. market entry or expansion and work closely with clients to develop the right strategy for their business development efforts and market positioning
• Identify prospective customers, project and delegation participants through business directories, leads from existing clients, engagement in organizations and associations, and attendance at trade shows and conferences
• Research industry information to identify verticals with a strong overlap for the German economy and solutions made in Germany
• Liaise with stakeholders and the whole team to identify opportunities and new concepts for projects as part of our strategy process
• Take part in our strategic program development process and define new services for our clients and partners
• Help us integrate AI into our internal processes and be a role model for responsible use of new methods and tools

Representation & Team

• Take responsibility for the office representation service of GACC and take part in our German Hub events
• Provide guidance and support to trainees

What We Are Looking For

• A bachelor's degree in (International) Business, Economics, or a related field; a master's degree is desired
• Relevant work experience within both the German and American business environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
• A good understanding of business concepts and experience in market analysis
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for topics such as renewable energy, autonomous driving, cleantech, AI, and innovation methods
• A passion for connecting people and facilitating win-wins
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and adapt quickly to change while maintaining a positive attitude
• Attention to detail, thoroughness, and a high level of accountability

What We Offer

• A clearly defined vision and excellent job security in a not-for-profit American organization with German roots
• Ownership of your work and room for your own ideas in an international team with a vibrant corporate culture
• A salary range of $85,000 - $95,000 per year, plus bonus
• Hybrid work environment
• 20 days of vacation per year plus 15 holidays
• 9 Sick-days a year
• A great benefits package, including medical insurance and after one year at the company a 401(k)

A valid U.S. work authorization is required for this position, based full-time out of our San Francisco office. GACC West does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.