Chief of Staff

Why this role matters

Nulixir is the fastest‑growing company in our sector, translating category‑leading nano‑biotechnology into commercial impact for global Food & Beverage brands. With ~3-4x growth YoY, 70 patents, and partnerships ranging from emerging challengers to large CPGs, we’re scaling from breakthrough science to global adoption.

As Chief of Staff, you’ll run the operating system of the company—amplifying the CEO, aligning the executive team, and turning strategy into execution across R&D/Innovation, Commercial, Operations, and Fundraising. This is a high‑trust, high‑visibility role designed for a top‑tier management consultant who’s ready to own outcomes and grow into broader P&L or COO/CSO scope as we scale.

About Nulixir

Nulixir is a VC PE‑backed B2B nano‑biotechnology company building smart nanocarriers (Nusomes) that optimize functional ingredients in Food & Beverage (e.g., nootropics, energy, vitamins, probiotics, proteins). We’re redefining how functionality is delivered in “intelligent food.” Founded in 2019, our team blends CPG veterans, cancer researchers, US attorneys, and nutritionists; our board includes senior executive leaders from Pepsi, Danone, McKinsey & Company, Paine Schwartz Partners, and more.

What you’ll own

Scope & time allocation (guidance):

• Company operating cadence (30%) – Design and run weekly exec forums, goal‑setting, and QBRs; drive clarity on priorities, owners, and dates.
• Cross‑functional initiatives (30%) – Lead high‑impact projects end‑to‑end (e.g., commercialization roadmaps, capacity scale‑up, pricing and partnerships, investor materials).
• CEO leverage (20%) – Prioritize the CEO’s time; prepare board‑ready content; ensure decisions and follow‑through across the org.
• Org effectiveness (15%) – Establish metrics, dashboards, and reviews that raise our leadership standard and speed to decision.
• Talent & communications (5%) – Support hiring for Sales, Marketing, R&D, Ops, and Finance; steward internal/external messaging.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities

• Be an extension of the CEO—facilitate decisions, anticipate risks, and ensure execution lands.
• Translate strategy into clear roadmaps, interlocks, and measurable outcomes.
• Analyze data, market signals, and competitive dynamics; turn insights into action.
• Liaise across functions to unblock work and keep teams aligned.
• Prepare crisp executive and board materials; manage investor and partner interactions as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements that reduce cycle times and raise quality.
• Coach leaders and high‑potential talent on structured problem solving and operating discipline.

What success looks like

90 days

• Company‑wide operating rhythm in place with transparent priorities and owners.
• CEO and exec team using a shared dashboard for KPIs and decision tracking.
• Two cross‑functional initiatives launched with clear milestones and resourcing.

6–12 months

• Measurable improvements in time‑to‑decision, project throughput, and forecast accuracy.
• Board and investor materials that consistently convert interest into opportunities.
• Credible succession path toward expanded COO/CSO or GM responsibilities as we scale.

What makes you a great fit

• 4 years in top‑tier management consulting (BCG/Bain/McKinsey or equivalent), with depth in strategy, analytics, and project leadership.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional execution in dynamic, ambiguous environments.
• Comfortable oscillating between strategy and detail—from the boardroom to the lab/pilot line.
• B2B experience; startup/scale‑up mentality and bias for action.
• Strong communication, executive presence, and stakeholder influence.
• Data‑driven approach to performance management; expertise in process and project management.
• Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and relentlessly solution‑oriented.

The opportunity

• Impact at altitude: Shape the trajectory of a company defining a new category in intelligent food.
• Executive access: Direct partnership with the CEO and board‑level exposure.
• Career acceleration: A platform to grow into COO/CSO or GM scope as the company scales.
• Ownership: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and stock options.
• Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision; high‑autonomy environment with short decision paths.

Our culture (how we work)

• Sleeves Up – Own outcomes. Iterate fast. Deliver impact.
• 100% Transparency – Open, real‑time feedback and information sharing.
• Be Defiantly Great – Challenge the status quo and do what others think is impossible.
• Unconditional Empathy – Respect people; understand real customer needs.
• Be the Solution – Take ownership; collaborate to build.

How to apply

• If you’re excited to scale a category‑defining platform and thrive where science meets execution, we’d love to meet you. Please share your resume/LinkedIn and a short note on a cross‑functional initiative you led—what the goal was, how you structured the work, and what changed because of it.