
roadsurfer · Hamburg
Why roadsurfer? * TEAMSPIRIT & TEAMEVENTS: Look forward to a great team atmosphere with flat hierarchies, lots of fun and great team spirit, as well as reg...
Why roadsurfer?
well as regular team events such as barbecues, an after-work drink, or afterwork activities at the station
The role - your passion
roadsurfer experience.
What you need to surf the wave with us
We ❤️ transparency.
The salary range for this position is between EUR 32,000 and EUR 32,400 gross per year. We are currently introducing salary bands
in our job descriptions to ensure that all employees are treated fairly.
As we get to know each other better during the application process and can assess your skills and experience in more detail, we
will jointly determine which level within the salary band is the best fit for you.
Your salary will be reviewed at least once a year as part of an annual feedback discussion.
Ready to surf?
We look forward to receiving your application! For questions, feel free to contact us anytime at team@roadsurfer.com.
We are more than Europe's largest campervan rental company. In 2021 we launched our platform roadsurfer spots in addition to our
other products rent, abo and sales – a platform where you can discover and book unique camping spots. But that’s only the
beginning. We are growing fast, so hop on board and join us on our journey. The roadsurfer philosophy is simple: rent an RV, start
your adventure, be happy. Come ride the wave with us!
Warum roadsurfer? * TEAMSPIRIT & TEAMEVENTS: Freu dich auf eine kollegiale Atmosphäre mit flachen Hierarchien, jede Menge Spaß und großartigem Teamspirit sowie regelmäßige Teamevents wie gemeinsame Sportsessions, Grillabende oder einfach nur ein Feierabenddrink an deiner Station. * CAMPER BUDGET: Du bekommst eine jährliche Freimiete für unsere Camper, damit du den #happyroadsurfing Lifestyle selbst erleben kannst. * DISCOUNTS: Nutze unsere Corporate Benefits Plattform, die Travel Industry Card und Family & Friends Rabatte. Deine Rolle – deine Leidenschaft * Du bist flexibel und reist zu verschiedenen roadsurfer-Stationen in Deutschland, um dort zu unterstützen, wo Hilfe gebraucht wird. * Während deiner Einsätze kannst du das Vanlife erleben und in einem unserer Campervans leben. * Du packst mit an und kümmerst dich um die Innen- und Außenreinigung unserer Camper. * Du sorgst für strahlende Gesichter bei unseren Kunden, wenn sie ihre Camper abholen und zurückbringen, und machst ihr roadsurfer-Erlebnis unvergesslich. * Du unterstützt unser Stationsteam bei allen täglichen Aufgaben und stellst sicher, dass unsere #happyroadsurfer zufrieden die Station verlassen. * Du gestaltest aktiv dein Arbeitsumfeld mit, bringst dich in neue Projekte ein und teilst deine Ideen. Was du mitbringen solltest, um mit uns auf der Welle zu surfen * Du bist flexibel und hast eine große Reisebereitschaft. * Du bist ein zuverlässiger Problemlöser und liebst neue Herausforderungen. * Du bist aufgeschlossen und hast Lust, unterschiedliche roadsurfer-Teams in ganz Europa kennenzulernen. * Du bist ein absolut Hands-On und immer bereit, mit anzupacken. * Du sprichst fließend Englisch; weitere Sprachkenntnisse sind ein großes Plus. * Führerschein der Klasse B. * Gültiger Reisepass. Wir ❤️ Transparenz. Das Gehaltsband für diese Position liegt zwischen 32.000 EUR und 32.400 EUR brutto jährlich. Wir führen aktuell Gehaltsbänder in unseren Stellenbeschreibungen ein, um sicherzustellen, dass alle Mitarbeitenden fair behandelt werden. Sobald wir uns im Bewerbungsprozess besser kennenlernen und deine Fähigkeiten und Erfahrungen noch genauer einschätzen können, finden wir gemeinsam heraus, welche Stufe innerhalb des Gehaltsbands am besten zu dir passt. In einem jährlichen Feedbackgespräch wird dein Gehalt mindestens einmal im Jahr überprüft. Bereit zu surfen? Du bist für die Aufgabe wie gemacht? Dann freuen wir uns auf Deine Bewerbung! Für Rückfragen kannst Du dich auch gerne jederzeit an team@roadsurfer.com wenden und wir melden uns schnellstmöglich bei dir zurück. ABOUT #ROADSURFER We are more than Europe's largest campervan rental company. In 2021 we launched our platform roadsurfer spots in addition to our other products rent, abo and sales – a platform where you can discover and book unique camping spots. But that’s only the beginning. We are growing fast, so hop on board and join us on our journey. The roadsurfer philosophy is simple: rent an RV, start your adventure, be happy. Come ride the wave with us!
ABOUT US What if your work could drive change in a globally established industry, shaping processes that touch every corner of the world? At Forto, we are at the forefront of change, harnessing the power of AI to revolutionise logistics. We want to reinvent digital supply chains to be transparent, frictionless and sustainable. From day one, our mission has been to simplify global trade – creating a seamless and efficient logistics process. WHAT YOU WILL DO Trade Strategy & Market Development: * Define and execute the commercial strategy for designated trade lanes with full P&L awareness. * Monitor market dynamics, competitor moves, and rate environments to inform strategy. * Identify and develop new trade corridors and volume opportunities in close collaboration with Sales. * Contribute to annual budget planning, volume forecasting, and capacity commitments for the trade. * Drive the digital evolution of our sea freight product together with various stakeholders. Customer & Stakeholder Management: * Build and maintain senior-level relationships with key shippers and carrier partners. * Lead commercial negotiations on contracts, agreements, and service commitments. Pricing & Revenue Management: * Set and manage freight rate levels, surcharges, and contract structures in alignment with the pricing function. * Analyse contribution margins across customer segments and drive yield improvement initiatives. * Engage in tender processes for major accounts. Capacity & Space Management: * Manage and grow our trade volume for your trades. * Manage vessel space allocation across designated trade lanes, balancing utilisation targets with revenue yield objectives. * Work with network and operations teams to input into capacity deployment decisions. Cross-functional Collaboration: * Liaise with operations, network planning, finance, legal, and product teams to ensure service reliability and contract compliance. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE * 7–10+ years of progressive experience in container shipping or freight forwarding, with substantial exposure to trade management, commercial strategy, or pricing functions. * Proven track record across key global trade lanes, including Asia–Europe, Intra-Asia, Middle East, and the Indian Subcontinent. * Demonstrated ownership of trade P&L, with hands-on experience in pricing strategy, yield optimization, and high-value contract negotiations at a senior level. * Strong, well-established network of carrier relationships, with the ability to influence and secure competitive commercial outcomes. Skills & Competencies * Deep, nuanced understanding of container shipping market dynamics, including rate indices, capacity management, carrier alliances, and macro demand drivers. * Advanced analytical capability, with a data-driven approach to freight rate analysis, margin optimization, and market benchmarking. * Exceptional commercial acumen and negotiation skills, with a consistent ability to structure and close complex, high-value deals. * Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in a global business environment. Personal Attributes * Entrepreneurial and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to operate autonomously in a complex, matrixed organization. * Highly resilient and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, dynamic environments and comfortable with frequent international travel. * Strong leadership presence, maintaining composure under pressure and effectively guiding teams through challenges. * Collaborative and culturally aware team player, able to build trust and influence stakeholders across functions and geographies. Don’t fit all of our criteria? That’s okay! We know that you might be hesitant to apply if you don’t meet all our requirements, but here at Forto, we pride ourselves on embracing diverse perspectives and celebrating potential. If you are passionate about this position and the Forto values, please apply anyway. There could be a place for you in this role - or another one that’s a perfect fit! WHY WORK WITH US? Our team is hard-working, constantly seeking to maximise the impact of their work, but we put our people first, always winning with care. We value efficient systems and swift, direct communication. We want everyone to have their time to speak, so that we can embrace diverse perspectives to help drive towards solutions always.
HEAD OF PRODUCT & STRATEGY Location: Hamburg, Germany (with regular travel in Europe and to the US) Reports to: Founders (Dr. Jury Schewel & Dr. Dimitry Schewel) Compensation: Competitive salary + meaningful equity participation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE VENTURE – ROB’E ROB’E is an early-stage MedTech venture developing an AI-powered robotic platform for echocardiography. The technology aims to transform cardiac imaging and enable more precise, image-guided structural heart interventions. The company was founded by Dr. Jury Schewel and Dr. Dimitry Schewel, both cardiologists and clinical leaders at Marienkrankenhaus Hamburg. ROB’E is part of the venture portfolio of NLC Health Ventures. The company has already achieved key milestones, including: * First-in-human use of its robotic TEE system * Strategic partnership with a leading imaging player * Strong clinical collaborations and scientific validation ROB’E is now entering a critical phase of product development, clinical validation, and fundraising. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an entrepreneurial and highly driven leader to join ROB’E as Head of Product & Strategy. This role is ideal for someone who wants to take a breakthrough medical technology from early clinical proof-of-concept to a globally scalable company. You will work closely with the founders and take increasing responsibility for strategy, product development, fundraising, and business building. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOUR ROLE DRIVE STRATEGY & COMPANY BUILDING * Shape the overall company strategy, business model, and go-to-market approach * Conduct market, customer, and competitive analyses * Develop commercialization strategies for Europe and the US LEAD PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT * Translate clinical needs into clear product requirements * Drive development toward design freeze and product-market fit * Ensure execution against milestones, timelines, and budget ADVANCE CLINICAL & REGULATORY PATHWAYS * Coordinate clinical validation and usability studies * Support regulatory strategy toward CE marking and FDA approval * Build and maintain relationships with clinical partners and KOLs FUNDRAISING & PARTNERSHIPS * Prepare investor materials and support fundraising processes * Engage with investors, strategic partners, and grant providers * Strengthen partnerships with industry leaders BUILD & SCALE THE ORGANIZATION * Support hiring of key team members * Establish KPIs, processes, and reporting structures * Contribute to a high-performance, execution-driven culture ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOUR PROFILE You combine strategic thinking with strong execution and are motivated to build a company. WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO: * Is entrepreneurial, hands-on, and driven * Thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments * Can bridge clinical, technical, and business domains * Communicates effectively with investors, clinicians, and engineers * Is passionate about improving patient care PREFERRED BACKGROUND * 5–15+ years of experience in MedTech, HealthTech, or medical robotics * Experience in product development and commercialization * Familiarity with medical device development (Class I–III) * Exposure to clinical studies and regulatory processes (CE/FDA) * Experience with fundraising or investor interactions * Background in imaging, robotics, or cardiovascular care is a plus * Fluent in English (German is a plus) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHY JOIN ROB’E? * Build a category-defining MedTech company from an early stage * Work directly with experienced physician-founders * Take ownership across strategy, product, and company building * Gain exposure to leading investors and strategic partners We would love to hear from exceptional individuals who are excited about building a company at the intersection of AI, robotics, and cardiovascular medicine. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------