Expansion & Strategic Partnerships Manager

About BEAT81

At BEAT81, we’re on a mission to revolutionize fitness by merging the best of technology, group training, and expert coaching. As a rapidly growing fitness-tech startup, we empower people across Europe—and soon the world—to Sweat Smarter Together. Through innovative HIIT & RIDE workouts, real-time heart rate monitoring, and gamification, we’re transforming the traditional fitness experience into something dynamic, personalized, and impactful.

We are not just building a global leader in fitness and technology; we’re building a world-class team. At BEAT81, we value passion, potential, and the power of fresh perspectives.

We are looking for an Expansion & Strategic Partnerships Manager to lead one of our most exciting growth opportunities — the Boutique-in-Gym (B.I.G.) model . This is a rare chance to shape the future of BEAT81 by scaling a bold, asset-light business model that brings our workouts into premium gyms across Europe. If you’re entrepreneurial, strategic, and excited to drive international expansion, this is your moment to make a lasting impact.

You will:

1. Own and scale the B.I.G. model, starting with our pilot at John Reed
2. Lead day-to-day operations of the pilot, ensuring a seamless customer and partner experience
3. Identify and negotiate strategic partnerships with top-tier gyms across Europe
4. Develop scalable business models, pricing strategies, and rollout frameworks
5. Ensure operational excellence and profitability across partner sites
6. Drive a premium, hospitality-grade experience across all B.I.G. locations
7. Perform market analysis and competitor research to shape expansion strategy
8. Collaborate cross-functionally with City Operations, Coach Operations, and Product teams
9. Prepare materials and business cases to support future fundraising
10. Build and lead a high-impact team as the model scales

You have:

1. Over 5 years of experience in strategy, consulting, business building, or B2B partnerships
2. A background in top-tier consulting companies or high-growth startups
3. Strong deal-making and negotiation skills with a structured approach
4. A proven ability to drive projects from zero to scale
5. Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills
6. A hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action
7. Experience leading cross-functional initiatives across operations and product
8. A deep customer-centric mindset and a high bar for quality
9. Excellent communication skills in English and German (German is a plus)
10. Willingness to be based in Berlin and travel across Europe

Benefits:

• Unlimited BEAT81 workouts for you and a guest, plus a membership to John Reed Berlin Bötzow
• Support for professional development with a budget for courses and certifications
• Flexible working hours for work-life balance
• Access to platforms Meditopia and 7Minds for well-being
• Team events, parties, meet-ups, and workouts
• Perks like free drinks, snacks, and energizing amenities
• Quarterly health initiatives for physical and mental well-being
• Dog-friendly office environment
• Private pension plan with Stuttgarter Versicherung
• Access to FutureBens for eco-friendly employee offers

BEAT81 is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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