Country Manager – Power Bank Sharing Network
Region/City: NL, Amsterdam
Format: Full-time, strategic & operational leadership
Reports to: CEO / COO
About the Company
The Company is a fast-scaling national power bank sharing network combining a mobile app and Tap-to-Rent POS technology.
Guests can rent a power bank at any company location - bars, restaurants, malls, airports, hotels - and return it anywhere across the network.
We are expanding aggressively into new cities and countries. To lead this growth, we are seeking a high-caliber Country Manager who will own the strategy, P&L, sales, operations, and overall market performance in their country.
This is a role for a builder: an operator, strategist, and revenue leader in one.
Role Mission
Own, launch, scale, and optimize the company’s operations and commercial performance in your country.
As Country Manager, you act as the General Manager for the market - responsible for P&L, sales pipelines, operations, station deployment, partner development, financial discipline, and reporting to HQ.
Key responsibilities
Country Strategy & Market Growth
Build and execute the go-to-market strategy for your country.
Define coverage expansion: cities, districts, priority zones, high-traffic clusters (airports, transport hubs, malls, HoReCa districts).
Establish annual and quarterly targets for revenue, EBITDA, stations deployed, unit economics, and partner acquisition.
Adapt global [Company] playbooks to local market specifics.Build & Lead the Sales organization
Establish a high-performing sales structure: BizDev managers, KAMs, franchise partners (if applicable).
Develop sales methodology, pitch decks, scripts, negotiation frameworks.
Oversee the full pipeline and ensure predictable growth:
lead generation and qualification
partner acquisition
contract negotiation
installation and activation
Personally own relationships with strategic accounts: hotel chains, retail groups, malls, airport authorities, HoReCa chains, event venues.
KPIs you own:
New locations per month
Stations installed and activated
Conversion: lead → contract → installation → active revenue
Regional ARPS and revenue growth
Operational excellence
Lead all operational processes in the country: installation, maintenance, SLA execution, logistics, and inventory.
Guarantee station performance and uptime across the entire country.
Manage operational KPIs:
uptime %
non-return rate (NRR)
Tap vs App usage ratio
fee leakage
installation speed & time-to-first-rent
Ensure branding, service quality, and technical standards are met across all locations.
Oversee local support & field technicians.
Financial ownership & P&L management
Full responsibility for the country's P&L and financial discipline.
Budget planning, forecasting, cost control, vendor contracting.
Evaluate profitability per city, region, station type, and partner category.
Apply unit economics to inform decisions on:
where to deploy stations
when to relocate underperforming locations
where to scale aggressively
Team Leadership
Hire, onboard, manage, and develop the local sales and operations teams.
Set clear goals and KPIs; run performance reviews and weekly business reviews.
Build a culture of accountability, speed, and ownership.
Coach your team on negotiation, partner management, CRM discipline, and operational best practices. CRM, Data, and reporting to HQ
Own CRM accuracy and completeness across sales and operations.
Lead weekly/monthly reporting to HQ on:
sales performance
installations and activation metrics
operational issues and SLA compliance
partner feedback
financial KPIs and forecasts
Implement global standards for processes, data, service levels, and compliance.
Strategic partnerships & business development
Build and maintain long-term partnerships with:
retail groups
hotel chains
malls & developers
airport & transport authorities
major HoReCa networks
event & entertainment infrastructure
Negotiate at C-suite and ownership level.
Secure nationwide contracts and strategic anchor partnerships that unlock rapid expansion.
Who we are looking for
Experience & Competencies
5+ years of leadership experience in sales, operations, business development or general management.
Proven track record in high-growth environments: tech, mobility, telecom, retail, HoReCa, vending, POS solutions, or infrastructure-based services.
Strong command of P&L management, budgeting, revenue planning, and financial modeling.
Ability to build teams and systems from scratch; ability to scale processes and manage multiple workstreams.
Experience negotiating with top-tier partners: hotel chains, retail conglomerates, airports, developers, international groups.
Highly data-driven and process-oriented.
Leadership qualities
Ownership mindset - you act as the CEO of your country.
Strategic thinker with strong operational instincts ("roll up your sleeves" attitude).
Excellent communication and executive presence; comfortable with C-level negotiations.
Strong leadership energy: ability to inspire, push, and develop people.
Thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous, scaling environments.
What we offer
Lead the company in your country - effectively operate as the GM of the market.
Shape strategy, build the team, and scale the network across the country.
High autonomy and direct access to founders / HQ leadership.
Compensation structure:
competitive base
performance bonus tied to P&L and strategic wins
additional rewards for anchor partnerships and market expansion milestones
Opportunities to grow into Regional Director / Global Expansion Lead.
Strong operational backbone: CRM, materials, installation team, brand assets, data.
How to apply
Please send info@vondel.co:
Your CV
A short cover letter highlighting major achievements (markets launched, sales scaled, major partnerships closed)
Your expected compensation package