Operations Lead / Late-Co-founder: Scaling the Cutest Company on the Planet | up to €50K + substantial equity

High-Impact, High-Ownership Role, Driving International Growth at Knuffelmakers / Teddify | €50K + substantial equity

https://knuffelmakers.nl/ (NL)
https://teddify.me/ (International)

Who We Are (The Mission & The Vibe)

Knuffelmakers isn't just a business; it's a movement built around love. We create custom plush keepsakes—tangible, cuddly symbols of love and togetherness in a world that often feels too digital and divided.

Our unique concept has gone completely viral, with unboxing videos blowing up on Instagram and TikTok. The Founders' mission is clear: we’ve proven the concept, now we need to spread that love globally.

We're looking for an early leader to join our founding team and build the company that makes this global movement happen. Be an owner, not just an employee.

The Gig: What You'll Own

We need someone sharp, savvy, and hands-on to turn our creative chaos into a smooth, scalable machine. This is where you roll up your sleeves and become the Operational Architect of Knuffelmakers.

You will:

• Build the Blueprint: Deep-dive into our entire process (from that first order click to the final cozy delivery) and redesign it to handle 10x the volume—no more duct tape solutions!

• Be the Tech Brain: Evaluate, pick, and implement the core technology (like an awesome ERP/CRM) that will link our Studio, inventory, and global shippers. We need a system that works.

• Lead the Crew: Manage and grow the operations team. You’re a people person who motivates the team and makes sure our craftsmanship stays top-notch, even at scale.

• Drive the Vision: Work directly with the Founders. You'll take our big dreams and turn them into clear, measurable execution plans—no corporate BS, just action.

Who We're Looking For (Your Vibe Check)

Forget the corporate ladder—we need someone with the smarts and the heart for this mission.

• You have a BIG heart. Seriously. You genuinely care about spreading connection.

• You're obsessed with efficiency and use tech to solve problems, not create them.

• You're a doer. You've got relevant operations/logistics experience (e-commerce bonus points!) and the ambition to lead a team.

• You communicate brilliantly in English and preferably also in Dutch.

• You're based near our Haarlem Studio/Randstad area.

The Offer: Skin in the Game

This is a full-time role based in our Haarlem Studio. We believe in sharing the success you co-create: Competitive Salary + Equity Ownership: You get an attractive equity stake in the company. This is an ownership role; you will financially share in the massive growth you help unlock.

Excited to build a global movement with us? Send us your LinkedIn profile or mail your resume to info@vondel.co (and tell us about the most impactful things you have ever done in your working life!)

Vondel is hiring MD / Head of BD Asia in Singapore, BKK, HK, SH

Vondel is expanding in Asia and therefor we are looking for a hands-on Managing Director or Head of Business Development Asia in Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Shanghai. Expected OTE €150-250K.

Someone that wants to work together with Maurits Stuyver and the Vondel team to establish a strong position in one of the most promising regions of the world, using our business model.

The last years we have been building Vondel into a full-service venture growth boutique and platform. With success. We now offer commercial, headhunting and capital solutions to tech scaleups, talent and investors. And have been fortunate to work with 50+ companies, commercially with fintechs like Adyen, platform scaleups like Qogita, ecom scaleups, several SaaS and AI players, and we did many placements with our recruitment arm. Also we connected VCs and startups with investors.

We have a strong European base in Amsterdam, but have recently been growing our team and partner base across markets, from Latin America to Asia. We are a “lean and mean” team and will continue to grow this team across relevant regions and functions; more exciting updates coming soon;).

The coming weeks Maurits will spend time in Bangkok and Singapore to grow our local network and speak with potential partners and candidates. Earlier this year we also have spend time in Manila, Indonesia and across China.

What do we look for in a Managing Director, Head of Business Development Asia:
- Ex-operator, Rocket Internet type of professional hustler, builder, connector, entrepreneurial
- Commercially strong, super hands-on, a real hunter, trustworthy, confident, real.
- Experienced in recruitment and building sales and leadership teams, always connecting with people.
- Living and working in Asia already for several years and not planning to leave any time soon.
- Network in SaaS, fintech, platform, marketplace, AI.
- Preferably living in Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Shanghai, (would consider Bali as well).
- Dutch, German, Nordic, British, would be preferred due to cultural and business connection. But open for others.
- Compensation flexible depending on setup, but expect €150-250K, uncapped. No cure no pay from start, or small fixed component. Big commission.
- Can be done part-time at first, full-time later.
- License, Franchise or Equity partnership or revenue share model TBD.

What can you expect to do:
- You build, maintain and activate your network for our commercial, headhunting and capital solutions.
- You sign commercial partnerships with clients and open C-level doors for them, do active sales yourself, from SMB to Enterprise.
- You will do 360 recruitment yourself, business development, sourcing, placement of candidates; are able to start of alone, and soon will work with help of others in a local and international team.
- You further expand your network of investors in the region, connecting them to capital placement and funding opportunities in Asia, but also connecting them into the rest of our global network.
- You will build a core hybrid/remote team (and setup an office if required).
- You represent the Vondel brand in Asia.
- Travel across the region and once in a while to Europe or the Americas is expected .
- You will have a super interesting job, a lot of fun growing your network, closing business and candidate placement deals and analyzing and going after new opportunities.
- You will help Vondel role out new Vondel services or proprietary software in the near future.
- Speed, professionalism, performance, freedom, fun = our “SPPFF” culture.

Long story short, interested or know someone that could be a fit for this super cool entrepreneurial challenge? Please write Maurits Stuyver on maurits@vondel.co or tag, dm, etc.

#asia #southeastasia #singapore #bangkok #hongkong #shanghai #china #venturedevelopment #ventureboutique #growth #hiringnow

2 New starter Sales and Customer Success roles at our FinTech client: Vive

2 New starter Sales and Customer Success roles at our FinTech client, Vive, an Investment & Pension platform📍in Amsterdam (Dutch speakers only 🇳🇱):

🎯 Sales Development Representarive
FinTech | great salary + bonus

📞 Customer Service Specialist
FinTech | great salary

➡️ Interested in more info? Or want to refer people and earn €1000.- upon placement? Send me or our team (Sterre de Groot, Donna Kok) a DM or mail us now at info@vondel.co.

#fintech #amsterdam #pension #investment #platform #salesdevelopment #customersuccess

OPS, FINANCE AND MARKETING LEADERSHIP JOBS AT HANG ELEVEN in Amsterdam

🪁 NEW OPS, FINANCE AND MARKETING LEADERSHIP JOBS ALERT!🪁 - For Hang Eleven, one of the fastest growing e-commerce and fashion companies of NL (and soon beyond) we are now "exclusively" looking for 3 top people to join the team: COO / CMO, Head of Finance and Performance Marketer📍 in Amsterdam. More details below ⬇️ ! DM ME, APPLY NOW or REFER YOUR CANDIDATES in return for our usual referral fee of €1000,-.

I personally know founder Rens van der Schoot already for several years and the fashion brand that he has built is simply super cool and a true success story, based on his own strong passion for an adventurous lifestyle, quality, and freedom, topped off with an enormous drive and growth ambition.

Now, Vondel Venture Development is helping Hang Eleven hire 3 top profiles A.S.A.P.:

⚫ COO / CMO:
5+ yrs exp., managing the growth, team & processes, and connecting the dots from supply chain to the launches of our collections, preferably with international scaling experience in B2C brands, e-commerce, fashion. Link to job description.

⚫ Head of Finance:
3+ yrs exp., own all financial processes at Hang Eleven, you bring structure, overview, and strategic insights that drive our next stage of growth, relevant experience, preferably in retail, e-commerce, or fashion. Link to job description.

⚫ Performance Marketer / Senior Media Buyer:
3+ yrs exp., set up, optimize, and manage our paid advertising campaigns, but create a creative engine for maximum output (quality-first), maximize our ROI. Link to job description.

For more details, to apply or refer candidates, please send us an email at info@vondel.co, DM on Linkedin to Maurits Stuyver or one of our team (Sterre de Groot, Donna Kok).

#hiringnow #fashion #ecommerce #amsterdam #COO #CMO #HeadofFinance #performancemarketer #seniormediabuyer #headhunting #executivesearch #recruitment #vondelventuredevelopment #hangeleven

BDM NEW BUSINESS AT SHOPARIZE

🚨HIRING INTERNATIONAL SALES NOW in📍Amsterdam, for Shoparize 🚨

Business Development Managers / Account Executives / New Business; languages: 🇩🇪🇫🇷🇪🇸🇵🇱; Adtech, Ecommerce, Premium CSS

➡️ DM me or our team now for more info and to apply! 💬

- German BDM

- French BDM

- Spanish BDM

- Polish BDM

Shoparize is a market leader in comparison shopping services (CSS), helping advertisers maximize their reach and performance on Google Shopping. With a diverse and collaborative team based in our central Amsterdam office, we’re redefining how e-commerce brands scale their visibility. We prioritize innovation, measurable results, and an energizing work culture that supports both personal and professional development.

Why at Shoparize?

● Office at the Amstel in Amsterdam, hybrid working culture + work remote several weeks

● Very attractive salary and bonus

● Work internationally with a super smart team and top client accounts!

Who we preferably look for?

● 1–2+ years of experience managing the full sales cycle, ideally in online marketing, ad tech, SaaS, or a related digital industry.

● Solid understanding of online marketing metrics and concepts (CPA, CPC,

ROAS, Conversion Rate, etc.).

● At least 1 year of experience in a role within the online marketing industry (e.g., affiliate marketing, programmatic, performance marketing, or eCommerce partnerships).

➡️ DM us or mail info@vondel.co now for more info and to apply! 💬

💶 Not for you, but know someone good? Successfully refer candidates and earn €1000,- upon placement.

Reach out to Maurits Stuyver or one of our team: Sterre de Groot, Donna Kok!

#hiringnow #sales #amsterdam #french #german #spanish #polish #adtech #bdm #businessdevelopmentmanager #ae #accountexecutive #platform #headhunting #recruitment #vondelventuredevelopment

Senior AE, German and French AE at Workwize in Amsterdam

Very excited to announce that we are now hiring for 3-4 enterprise sales roles at Workwize in Amsterdam. We look for people with a "hunter drive" to manage complex sales cycles, large deal values and raise the bar for the current team:

• Senior Account Executive

• German Account Executive

• French Account Executive

At Workwize, we’re revolutionizing how businesses support their global teams.

At Workwize, we’re helping IT teams to easily equip their remote and global teams with all necessary IT equipment. Our automated SaaS platform simplifies hardware deployment, management, and retrieval with fast, reliable deliveries in 100+ countries.

With 50.000 users and 120.000 devices under management, we’re solving hybrid work challenges like laptop deliveries, returns and equipment tracking, allowing IT teams to focus less on manual hassles and more on strategic initiatives.

Join our team to help shape the future of global collaboration. At Workwize, your work will make a real impact in building smarter, more connected workplaces worldwide.

LinkedIn has also recognised Workwize as one of the Top 10 Startups for 2025 in the Netherlands!

‼️ Reach out to us to learn more, apply via Vondel and skip the line at the job application!

MAIL info@vondel.co or DM our team: Maurits Stuyver, Sterre de Groot or Donna Kok on Linkedin

7 open sales, finance and HR roles in Amsterdam & Antwerp at our tech scaleups clients

Currently 7 open roles in Amsterdam & Antwerp at our tech scaleups clients, ➡️ DM us for more info, apply now or send us your candidate and earn €1000,- in referral bonus! More details and salaries below:

🇳🇱 Amsterdam (Dutch needed!):
1. Sales Development Representative | Enterprise sales for AI Chatbot, perfect path to AE | Kindly | ~ €43K + bonus
2. Account Executive | Enterprise sales for AI Chatbot | Kindly | up to €130K OTE
3. Senior Account Executive | HR platform | €85-95K OTE
4. Account Executive (Senior and Team Lead potential) | Fintech, HRtech | Payingit | ~ €90 OTE
5. Finance Manager | Fintech, HRtech | Payingit
6. HR & TA Manager | Adtech, Google Premium CSS Partner | Shoparize | *Dutch not needed

🇧🇪 Antwerp (international role; 1-2 days per week in Antwerp, rest hybrid):
7. Marketing Lead | Fintech | Lead DACH, Benelux, and CEE regions| Product Marketing experience needed | €85K + benefits

💬 Get in touch now or refer your candidates!

4 FINANCE, PRODUCT, HR & CSM JOBS AVAILABLE NOW!

4 NEW JOBS AVAILABLE ➡️ Check them now and send us a message for more info, or introduce someone to me and easily earn €1000.- upon placement.📍Amsterdam

⚫️ Finance Manager / Financial Controller | Payingit | HRtech / Fintech | several years of experience, manage small team, hands-on

⚫️ Client Care | Payingit | HRtech / Fintech | B2B Onboarding and Client Success

⚫️ Product Manager | Shoparize | AdTech

⚫️ HR & Talent Acquisition Manager | Shoparize | AdTech | medior / senior, employment law, business partner

💬 CONTACT US NOW to get the ball rolling!

*After successfully sourcing and hiring several (leadership) candidates for the above clients we are now hiring more!*

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⚡️ Vondel Venture Development is our boutique firm based in Amsterdam, that offers commercial, headhunting and capital solutions globally to high-growth companies, talent & leaders.

✅ Track record: 50+ scaleups and investors.

❓ Why us? - “We charge half the fees of your regular recruiter, at double the speed, no cure no pay!”

Client Care / CSM en Sales Development Representative / BDM bij Payingit in Amsterdam

📢 HIRING NOW - NEW ROLES: 1️⃣ Client Care / CSM and 2️⃣ Sales Development Representative / BDM bij Payingit | HRTech, Backoffice Software, Payroll, Platform | Amsterdam

Meer details:
Sinds een aantal maanden help ik o.a. Founder Cees Maat van Payingit als interim Head of Business Development met de groei van zijn sales team en bedrijf. Lots of fun! In no-time hebben wij met de headhunting services van mijn bedrijf Vondel Venture Development 3 ervaren Account Executives gevonden en aangenomen. Maar wij zijn nog lang niet klaar...

Wij zoeken nieuw talent voor de volgende rollen:

1️⃣ Client Care / Client Success Manager: zorg voor zachte landing van nieuwe klanten, wees de verbinder tussen alle afdelingen en de klant (ondernemers), HBO+.

2️⃣ Sales Development Representative / Business Development Manager / (Junior) Account Executive: Tevens zoeken wij een junior of medior commerciële bellen & bouwer die een van onze ventures verder kan helpen opbouwen met focus op lead gen, lead qualification, potentieel full cycle sales, en uitgebreidere business development. Echt een ondernemende rol.

Salaris is flexibel en afhankelijk van ervaring, fit, je drive en toegevoegde waarde. Super leuk team en dik kantoor nabij Sloterdijk, Amsterdam.

Interesse om meer te horen? DM mij nu ➡️. Of weet je iemand anders? Stuur hem/haar door aan mij en verdien €1000 referral bonus bij plaatsing.

CFO AT SHOPARIZE in Amsterdam

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Amsterdam

Reports to: CEO

Type: Full-Time, Executive Level

About Shoparize

Shoparize is a fast-scaling international e-commerce and performance marketing company. As we expand our footprint and market influence, we are seeking a visionary and analytically strong Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial strategy, drive acquisition initiatives, and design a scalable international entity structure to support Shoparize’s growth

The role

As CFO, you will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team, shaping the financial and structural foundation for accelerated growth. Your core focus will be to drive M&A execution, develop and oversee our international tax and financing structure, and guide the company through its next 3-5 year buy & build trajectory.

Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Planning
● Define and implement a 3-5 year company growth strategy, aligning revenue, margin, and capital structure targets.
● Manage the company's cash flow, working capital, debt financing strategy and capital expenditures.
● Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including potential investors, banks, lenders, and auditors.
● Support the CEO and board with financial modeling, scenario analysis, and strategic decision-making. M&A Strategy & Execution
● Develop, lead, and execute a 3-5 year buy & build acquisition strategy.
● Identify, evaluate, and negotiate M&A opportunities aligned with Shoparize's strategic goals.
● Lead financial due diligence and integration planning for acquisitions.

International Tax & Entity Structure
● Design and implement a global tax optimization strategy, ensuring compliance and efficiency across jurisdictions.
● Set up and optimize international holding and operating entity structures for scalability and cost-effectiveness.
● Manage relationships with tax advisors, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies.

Financial Operations & Forecasting
● Oversee budgeting, cash flow planning, and financial forecasting.
● Monitor performance against KPIs and advise on corrective actions where needed.
● Implement best-in-class financial controls, reporting systems, and cost discipline.

Team Leadership

● Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team (FP&A, tax, accounting, investor relations).
● Foster a culture of ownership, transparency, and accountability within the finance function.

Ideal Candidate Profile

● 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, including executive or CFO-level roles.
● Track record of building financial systems and teams in a scale-up or growth-stage environment.
● Proven experience in M&A deal-making (preferably in e-commerce, SaaS, or consumer internet sectors) is a huge preference.
● Strong understanding of international tax law, corporate structuring, and cross-border financing.
● Strategic thinker with a hands-on attitude and commercial acumen.
● Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including investor-facing experience.

Why Join Shoparize?

● High-impact role with board-level visibility and decision-making power.
● Join a fast-growing international business at a pivotal stage of expansion.
● Opportunity to lead transformative acquisitions and influence long-term value creation.
● Work with a driven, entrepreneurial, and collaborative team.

Benefits

● We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your personal and professional growth:
● Work with amazing colleagues in a collaborative and supportive environment
● Enjoy the convenience of our office located in the heart of Amsterdam
● Company-provided laptop for your work
● Full travel cost reimbursement
● Flexible working-from-home policy (3 days in the office)
● Snacks in the office
● ClassPass
● 25 days of annual leave
● Competitive salary

Experience with:
Dealmaking / M&A experience is a huge pre
Who can lead the acquisitions of competitors and create company value accordingly
And debt financing experience is also important, and leading an international entity structure