Start-up manager (project launch manager) in Brain Source

We are looking for a business launch manager who will promote Ukrainian painting through the sale of art prints

Startup period:

First quarter of 2025. Our project is an innovative art platform that supports Ukrainian art through the promotion, popularization and sale of works of art. Our mission is to make Ukrainian art more accessible, recognizable and in demand. Is the business in the final stage? stage? preparation: the online platform and showroom are 80-90% ready, key contractors have been engaged and the core of the team has been formed. We are looking for a Business Start-up Manager, what? will complete all preparatory work, launch a business in Kyiv with the prospect of scaling to the entire territory of Ukraine and beyond.

Main duties:

1. Completion of the launch and preparatory operations:

Coordination of the final work on the launch of the online platform (setting up the functionality for sales, UX/UI testing). 

Showroom launch (finalization of design, equipment, readiness for opening).

Coordinating with contractors and preparing the platform for airing and first sales.

2. Development of a business plan and strategy? development:

Updating the business plan with a focus on development and profitability in the first place? year of work 

Strategy development? business growth with gradual access to the entire market of Ukraine and international markets.

3. Additional staffing of the team:

Analysis of team needs and hiring of additional specialists (sales managers, customer service specialists, etc.)

Formation of clear work processes and division of responsibilities in the team .

4. Involvement of strategic partners:

Search and conclusion of partnerships with players of the media market, real estate market, art and culture market (galleries?, museums?, artists, festivals). 

Cooperation with logistics operators to ensure delivery across Ukraine and abroad.

5. Marketing and promotion:

Coordination of the marketing campaign before the launch and after the launch (SMM, contextual advertising, email marketing). 

Formation of a promotion strategy and expansion of the client base in Kyiv and beyond.

6. Performance tracking and reporting:
Monitoring of key indicators (KPI): sales, average check, site traffic, conversions. 

Reporting to founders on project progress and proposed improvements.

Candidate requirements:
• Experience in starting and managing a business -projects

Experience in art business a plus but not critical. 

Understanding of online platform development and support processes.

Experience in recruiting and team management. 

Knowledge of marketing strategies and experience working with contractors. 

Bonus for successful business launch in the first quarter of 2025.

Possibility to continue working in a new role after launch. 

Flexible work schedule: partial work remotely and in the office.