Founders Associate to CPO (f/m/d)

OUR PURPOSE AT PLANCRAFT

Building the backbone of European trades together – with AI and voice-first software.
We’re not just building software – we’re on a mission to create space for contractors & tradespeople by equipping them with AI solutions that work the way they do: fast, practical, and voice-first. With Tier 1 Investors from Europe and the US, like Headline and Creandum as well as 20,000+ tradespeople as customer base, we’re scaling across Europe to turn scattered tradespeople into thriving communities. We believe in zero admin, not zero personality – and we build every feature with the people in mind who wear the boots, not the suits. We’re #stoked to shape the future, #together as a team, and #humble in our mission to support the builders of tomorrow.

YOUR MISSION AT PLANCRAFT

As a Founders Associate to the CPO , you’ll work directly with our Chief Product Officer Alexander and play a key role in shaping how we define, build, and ship our product at plancraft. You’ll get deep insight into how product decisions are made and be trusted to lead your own initiatives from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• You contribute to product vision, roadmap planning, and strategic prioritization.
• You prepare and structure product thinking: write concept briefs, align stakeholders, and document key decisions.
• You set up and own systems and processes (e.g., product feedback loops, customer interviews, insight gathering).
• You drive internal innovation sprints and coordinate smaller product initiatives across squads.
• You work with no-code/low-code tools like Make or Notion to build internal automations and prototypes.
• You conduct competitive analysis, identify trends, and turn them into actionable input for the team.

This role can be either a full-time position (preferred) or a 6-month internship. We’ll tailor the scope to your experience and time.

YOUR PROFILE

Must-haves

• 1–3 years experience in product, consulting, operations, or startup environments.
• Excellent structuring, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong curiosity for SaaS, product management, and customer-centric innovation.
• Hands-on mindset and self-starter attitude.
• Comfortable working in Notion, Make, and other low-code tools.
• You’re curious to explore how AI can support your work and eager to grow your skills with our support.
• Fluency in English (C1/C2); German or other European language is a plus.
• Open to be work in our Hamburg HQ office at least 1 day per week.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with the contractor or construction space.
• Experience running projects, user interviews, or feedback analysis.

WHY PLANCRAFT?

• Team Spirit : We’re driven by passion, commitment, and a shared mission. Team spirit matters to us — and we make it visible: with three major team events per year, two casual monthly formats at our Hamburg HQ, and a strong recognition culture where we regularly celebrate both the big and small wins together.
• Ownership : You’re encouraged to take ownership from day one. In a flat hierarchy and high-trust environment, you’re empowered to make meaningful decisions and drive real impact.
• Learning & Growth : We invest in your personal and professional development through a strong feedback culture, a personal learning budget, and targeted enablement formats. Our goal is to help you unlock your full potential.
• AI Enablement : Our internal tools and workflows are AI-enabled by design. We support every team and individual in applying AI at the next level in their daily work, including getting your own ChatGPT+ license, of course.
• Tech & Tooling : You’ll receive a MacBook, premium over-ear headphones, and everything else you need — from hardware to tools — to be effective in your daily doing.
• Flexibility : Whether remote, hybrid, or on-site — you work where you’re at your best. Our Hamburg office at Rödingsmarkt (with a rooftop terrace) is always open, and you decide each week how often you come in. Some roles even allow for fully remote setups. And if you need a change of scenery, working abroad is always an option.
• Recharge : To ensure the needed rest, we offer 30 vacation days per year (based on a 5-day week) and Dec 24th off. We also subsidize your Urban Sports Club membership and organize internal sport meetups.
• Mobility : You can lease a "JobRad" (Bike) and get a subsidized "Deutschlandticket" or "BahnCard" for public transport to be supported in your commute.
• International Environment : We’re becoming more international every month, with team members already in Italy, France, the Netherlands, and Austria — which is why English is our internal company language.

About us

We’re #stoked to shape the future, #together as a team, and #humble in our mission to support the builders of tomorrow. For a first impression of us, take a look at our Instagram and LinkedIn page .

Diversity makes us better.
We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences, and we believe that different perspectives lead to better ideas, stronger products, and a healthier workplace. If you’re excited about our mission but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be exactly who we’re looking for.

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On the application process
We want your candidate experience with us to be smooth, transparent, and enjoyable. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process typically takes about 4 weeks from start to finish, though this may vary by role. You can learn more about our process here . If you need adjustments or flexibility at any stage, please don’t hesitate to let us know — we’ll do our best to make it work for you. Note on creating a test account:
If you would like to create a test account as part of the challenge, please enter "Applicant" in the relevant field during registration and select "Other" under Trade. This ensures that our sales team does not mistakenly register you as a craft business and reach out to you unnecessarily.