Posted on:February 10, 2026

Strategic Projects Lead at Protein Distillery

Protein Distillery is hiring a Strategic Projects Lead in Ostfildern, Germany. On-site.

About Protein Distillery

ProteinDistillery produces functional protein ingredients by upcycling industrial side-streams. The company uses a proprietary process that ferments biomass, such as yeast, and breaks down the microbial cells to create clean-label ingredients. Its product portfolio includes Prewtein®, a non-GMO, non-novel-food protein ingredient that can replace additives and animal-based ingredients in food products. The ingredients are aimed at industries including human food, pet food, animal nutrition, health, cosmetics, agriculture, and biotechnology.

Strategic Projects Lead job description

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Your mission

  • Right hand to the management and support in day-to-day business
  • Collaboration in the development and implementation of corporate strategies
  • Interface between management and investors and strategic partners
  • Independent management and coordination of projects
  • Market analyses, competitive research and preparation of business cases
  • Preparation and support for Series A

Your profile

  • Completed degree (e.g. business administration, economics, management or similar). Initial experience is an advantage
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Confident use of MS Office and modern communication tools
  • High resilience, loyalty, hands-on mentality, high level of initiative and flexibility
  • Very good written and spoken German and English
  • Handling of sensitive information and ensuring discretion

Why ProteinDistillery?

What we offer:
  • Direct collaboration with management and insight into all areas of the company
  • Steep learning curve and responsibility from the outset
  • Dynamic environment with flat hierarchies
  • Home office possible after training. Some travel required (investor and partner meetings)

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