COO / Chief Operations Officer (m/f)

Be part of the book publishing revolution.

Inkitt is the world’s first reader-powered book publisher, transforming the industry by offering an online community where authors can post their manuscripts, readers can read them for free for a limited amount of time and authors with well-performing books are offered a publishing deal. Inkitt’s proprietary algorithm analyses reading behavior of users to predict the potential of novels. In their aspiration to connect billions of readers with tomorrows best-selling authors, the talented and dedicated team is looking for a committed and hard-working COO / Chief Operations Officer ready to take business to the next level.  

COO / Chief Operations Officer (m/f)

Your responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (Finance, Marketing and HR)
• Hands-on support in all departments when help is needed
• Redo the finance plan, create financial models and evaluate if the company is on track
• Develop and execute expansion strategies, operations and policies whilst establishing the corresponding internal structures and processes
• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth and be responsible for efficiency and functionality of business
• Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
• Evaluate performance by analysing and interpreting data and metrics
• Report to the CEO in all matters of importance

That’s you

• Proven experience in a relevant leadership role; either as a start-up founder or COO/Head of Operations in an early stage start-up
• Work experience in consultancy for a minimum of two years, whereas involvement in technical consulting is a plus
• Understanding of business functions such as Finance, Marketing and HR
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
• Applied knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
• Master in SQL and Excel with very strong technical skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire others
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
• High performance orientation and excellent entrepreneurial thinking
• BSc/BA in Business Administration or relevant field, MSc/MA will be a plus
• Fluent German and excellent communications skills in English

What can you expect?

• Talented, motivated, intense, and interesting co-workers
• Creative leeway in a key management position
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of publishing
• An inspirational work environment in the heart of Berlin
• Full-time position

Ready to push comfort zones? Get in touch now and send an e-mail including CV and Letter of Motivation to [email protected]

We are looking forward to hearing from you.