Venture Architect (f/m/d)

Location

Hamburg

Type

Full time

Department

Venture Building

Shape the Future of Moving Goods.
Build the Next Big Thing.

At Uplift Ventures, we create and scale groundbreaking business models beyond Jungheinrich’s core business. As a Venture Architect, you are the creative force behind new ventures—identifying opportunities, developing innovative business models, and driving them from concept to execution. If you combine strategic thinking, entrepreneurial passion, and hands-on execution, we are looking for you!

What you’ll do

  • Identify and assess market and technology trends to create innovative logistics solutions.

  • Analyze industry landscapes, customer needs, and competitors to derive strategic insights.

  • Design and implement go-to-market strategies, business cases, and agile product roadmaps.

  • Run prototyping and market tests to validate new product and service concepts.

  • Create compelling pitch decks and present business models to internal stakeholders, partners, and potential investors.

  • Establish and maintain relationships with startups, external partners, and investors.

  • Lead cross-functional teams to develop and launch new products and services.

What you bring

  • Degree in Business Administration, Innovation Management, Digital Business, or a related field.

  • Several years of experience in venture building, business development, corporate innovation, or consulting.

  • Strong analytical skills to translate complex data into actionable strategies.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to build ventures like a true founder.

  • Excellent presentation and pitch deck skills with confidence in front of stakeholders.

  • Passion for emerging technologies and their impact on business models.

  • A team player with a hands-on mentality and the ability to motivate and inspire teams.

  • Fluent in English and German.

  • Bonus: Previous startup experience and knowledge of the logistics industry.

What we offer

  • From idea to market: the opportunity to build your own venture from scratch.

  • A fast-moving, future-focused environment with room for ownership and professional growth.

  • A highly motivated team building not just ventures but also scaling a newly founded venturing unit.

  • Access to a strong corporate network that enables rapid testing and scaling within Jungheinrich’s ecosystem.

  • Attractive compensation and the possibility of earning equity shares in a spin-off venture.

  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.


Ready to uplift the future of logistics? Join us and build something that matters! 🆙🚀