Clara Foods is looking for a dynamic, results-driven individual that
thrives in a high-change environment to join the Strategy & Partnerships
team. Key qualities include a demonstrated ability to work
independently, logically frame a problem, communicate
recommendation-oriented analyses, and drive towards a desired outcome.
Must also have experience leading cross-functional collaborations and
show a deep commitment to accelerating Clara's mission.
Reports to: Head of Strategy & Partnerships
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full Time
**Location: Remote temporarily until we transition back to office **
[RESPONSIBILITIES]
- Partnerships: Accelerate R&D, Manufacturing, and Product by
developing new and supporting existing partnerships
- Go-to-Market: Conduct market research, recommend GTM strategy, and
project manage new product launches
- Fundraising: Create data room and support due diligence for Series C
- Corporate Development: Source, screen, and close complex deals (e.g.
M&A, JVs, JDAs)
- Licensing: Contribute to out-licensing business case creation, deal
structuring, and term negotiation
- Strategic Roadmap: Help to develop, communicate, execute, sustain,
and review a comprehensive strategic plan spanning all functions in
partnership with the CEO and Board of Directors
- Special Projects: Identify gaps, propose solutions, and deliver
outcomes that create outsized value
- Marketing & Comms: Manage overall strategy, planning, and
implementation through 3rd party agencies
[QUALIFICATIONS]
- 2+ years of experience in consulting, product management, and/or
corporate finance
- Experience at a high-growth biotechnology, food, and/or agribusiness
startup preferred, but not required
- Bachelor's degree in a business, technical, or engineering field
preferred, but not required
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and integrate
cross-functionally across multiple teams
- Capacity to handle ambiguity and adapt to changing business needs
with a bias for action
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills under tight and
competing deadlines
- Excellent project management, problem solving, analytical, and
interpersonal skills
- Mission-driven, resourceful, team-oriented, and low-ego with a
positive attitude
How to apply
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