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HellmannCorporate Venture Capital Manager (m/f/d)
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Before you apply
LocationOsnabrück; Barcelona; Warszawa; Budapest; Tallinn; Rotterdam; Hamburg
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 3, 2026 · 1d ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree from a top-tier university
2+ years of experience in Venture Capital, Corporate Venture Capital, Growth, Product, Investment Banking, Consulting, Corporate Development, Business Development, or Chief of staff environment
Demonstrated experience evaluating products and strategic initiatives
Strong commercial acumen
Ability to structure complex problems and develop data-driven recommendations
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and AI tools
Curiosity of an investor, execution rigor of an operator, and ability to navigate complex organizations
Comfortable collaborating with founders, investors, and stakeholders across a global enterprise
Demonstrated track record of turning ideas into outcomes in dynamic environments
Advanced degree preferred
Skills
Microsoft Office
AI tools
About Us
Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.
For the better. Together.
Our Strategic Growth Investments Company sits at the intersection of Corporate Venture Capital and Strategic Partnerships execution. We identify emerging technologies early, structure strategic partnerships with ambitious founders, and work with our business units to turn investments into measurable commercial outcomes.
About the role
We are looking for a Corporate Venture Capital Manager (m/f/d) to help shape the future of logistics, AI, robotics, automation, commerce infrastructure and supply chain technology. You will work directly with founders, investors, business leaders and stakeholders to support opportunities, build partnerships, drive strategic initiatives and help scale new businesses within Hellmann’s global logistics network.
Enjoy the flexibility to work predominantly remotely from within Europe, while joining the team onsite in Germany for a few days each month to collaborate and connect in person.
About the job
Venture Execution
Partner closely with the Head of Ventures to evaluate, advance, and execute venture-related initiatives, investments, and growth opportunities.
You will help move opportunities from initial assessment through implementation by working with stakeholders, supporting governance processes, building alignment, and maintaining momentum across multiple workstreams.
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Supporting venture investment and opportunity assessment activities
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Coordinating due diligence and supporting approval processes and implementation workstreams together with the relevant functions
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Monitoring initiative progress, resolving bottlenecks, and supporting follow-through
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Supporting portfolio and venture-related reporting activities
Ecosystem Development & Deal Flow
Develop and maintain relationships across startup, venture capital, university, and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
You will help ensure Hellmann maintains visibility into emerging companies, technologies, business models, and market developments relevant to the company’s future growth priorities.
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Building relationships with founders, investors, accelerators, universities, and ecosystem operators
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Identifying investment and partnership targets
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Maintaining sector intelligence across logistics, software, AI, automation, robotics, commerce, and adjacent markets
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Supporting ecosystem mapping and opportunity sourcing activities
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Representing Hellmann at selected industry, venture capital, and startup events
Strategic Program Execution
Facilitate effective collaboration between the team and the broader organization, ensuring that stakeholder perspectives and expertise are integrated into venture-related activities.
You will engage with stakeholders across business units and corporate functions to ensure venture-related activities move efficiently from discussion to execution.
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Coordinating stakeholders across different business units
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Establishing governance, reporting structures, and operating cadences
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Preparing executive updates and decision materials
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Driving accountability and transparency across strategic workstreams
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Supporting leadership in translating decisions into execution
About You
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You combine the curiosity of an investor, the execution rigor of an operator, and the ability to navigate complex organizations
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You are equally comfortable discussing a venture opportunity with founders and investors as you are collaborating with stakeholders across a global enterprise
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You have a demonstrated track record of turning ideas into outcomes and maintaining momentum in dynamic environments where priorities evolve
Education
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Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university
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Advanced degree preferred
Professional Experience
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2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Venture Capital, Corporate Venture Capital, Growth, Product, Investment Banking, Consulting, Corporate Development, Business Development, or Chief of staff environment
Analytical Excellence
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Demonstrated experience evaluating products and strategic initiatives
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Strong commercial acumen
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Ability to structure complex problems and develop data-driven recommendations
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and AI tools