• Drive high-priority initiatives across the business. • Work with leadership to solve business and product challenges. • Build new teams, processes, and capabilities as the company grows. • Lead cross-functional projects from planning through execution. • Research new markets, products, and business opportunities. • Improve how we operate by identifying problems and implementing practical solutions. • Take ownership of projects and deliver meaningful business outcomes.

• Drive high-priority initiatives across the business. • Work with leadership to solve business and product challenges. • Build new teams, processes, and capabilities as the company grows. • Lead cross-functional projects from planning through execution. • Research new markets, products, and business opportunities. • Improve how we operate by identifying problems and implementing practical solutions. • Take ownership of projects and deliver meaningful business outcomes.

• As a Founders Associate, you will work directly alongside our founders. • You are not someone who only watches — you will be fully involved from day one, take ownership, and actively shape the future of Project Bay. • You free up the founders’ bandwidth. • You analyze new markets and locations across Europe and provide the decision-making basis for our expansion. • You support the acquisition of new B2B customers and partners, prepare meetings, and accompany the founders in strategic discussions. • You help create professional presentations (pitch decks) and reports for investors and partners. • You identify inefficiencies in our daily operations, test new (AI) tools, and help us scale more intelligently as an organization.

Role Description We are seeking an exceptional Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to lead global commercial strategy, revenue growth, and market expansion for a fast-growing sustainable fruit & citrus ingredients business. This is a high-impact executive role driving Sales, Marketing, Category Management, and Business Development across international markets (US, Europe, GCC). - Develop and execute a global commercial strategy for fruit & citrus ingredients - Drive revenue growth, market penetration, and customer retention - Lead Sales, Marketing, Category Directors, and Business Development teams - Oversee strategic accounts, partnerships, and distribution channels - Shape market-specific product portfolios and innovation roadmaps - Build strong relationships with traders, blenders, B2B manufacturers - Lead pricing strategy, margin optimization, and P&L performance - Strengthen digital marketing, trade marketing, and lead generation - Integrate AI tools to enhance commercial efficiency and decision-making - Develop and mentor a high-performance commercial organization Qualifications - 20+ years in commercial leadership - 7+ years in senior executive roles - Strong background in B2B food ingredients (mandatory) - Citrus ingredients experience strongly preferred - Proven track record with top international companies - Experience in juices, concentrates, IQF, fruit derivatives - Global market experience in US & Europe (mandatory) - Existing customer base & strong networking with industry players - Ability to scale commercial operations and drive international expansion Requirements - Strategic market analysis & commercial planning - Sales & revenue optimization - Product & category management - P&L ownership & financial acumen - Digital marketing & branding - International business development - Supply chain & logistics understanding - Leadership, team development, and change management - Customer-centric mindset Benefits - Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses - Comprehensive health benefits - Opportunities for professional development and growth - Flexible working arrangements Company Description Our client is investing 300 million USD in a state-of-the-art production facility, positioning itself as one of the most advanced agri-food manufacturers in the Middle East. The new plant produces a wide portfolio of high-value ingredients for global B2B customers: - Citrus concentrates (orange, lemon, grapefruit) - Tomato concentrates (competitive alternative to Italy/Spain for EU importers) - Multi-fruit purées (mango, guava, strawberry, tropical blends) - Cloudy juice concentrates (first plant of its kind in the Middle East) - IQF frozen fruits & vegetables (strawberries, broccoli, beans, artichokes) - Freeze-dried fruits & vegetables Customer segments include: - Blending Houses - Food & Beverage Processors - Retail & Food Service - Private Label Manufacturers Global markets served include North America, Europe, Asia, and GCC / Middle East.