Co-Founder – Growth & Partnerships | E-commerce / D2C

Company : DigimarketmozLocation: Mumbai / Thane / Navi Mumbai preferredFull-time | Co-Founder RoleStage: Product Validation About the OpportunityWe are building theSalez, an early-stage decision-intelligence product for online businesses.The product is currently in the validation stage, and we are working closely with business owners to understand how digital business data can be converted into simpler, faster and more actionable decision intelligence.We are now looking for a full-time Co-Founder – Growth & Partnerships who can build the business alongside the founder.This is not a conventional job opportunity. We are looking for someone who wants to take ownership of building an early-stage venture, develop the ecosystem around it, and play a significant role in taking it from validation to commercialization.Who We Are Looking ForYou could be a strong fit if you have experience in or strong exposure to:E-commerce / D2C ecosystemShopify ecosystemAmazon / marketplace ecosystemE-commerce SaaS / MarTechConsumer brandsBrand growth / ecommerce consultingStartup partnerships or business developmentExperience with companies such as Shopify, Amazon, ecommerce SaaS platforms, marketplaces or organizations working closely with D2C brands would be highly relevant.However, your network, credibility and ability to create meaningful founder-level relationships matter more than the company names on your profile.What We ExpectThe Co-Founder will take ownership of:Building relationships with D2C founders, brand owners and ecommerce decision-makersCreating access to relevant businesses for product validation and early adoptionConducting founder/customer discovery conversationsDeveloping strategic partnerships within the ecommerce ecosystemBuilding the early-adopter communityConverting market feedback into meaningful product/business insightsSupporting go-to-market strategy and commercializationBuilding relationships with industry experts, ecosystem partners and potential investorsRepresenting theSalez within relevant founder and ecommerce communitiesEventually helping build and lead the growth/business organizationThe Person We WantWe are particularly looking for someone who is:Highly proactive — doesn't wait for instructions or introductions.Well-networked — has genuine relationships within the ecommerce/D2C ecosystem.Credible — can comfortably initiate conversations with founders and senior business leaders.Execution-driven — enjoys getting meetings, meeting customers and making things happen.Entrepreneurial — comfortable with ambiguity and building from zero.Customer-obsessed — willing to listen before selling.Committed — ready to become actively and eventually fully involved rather than functioning only as an advisor.What Success Could Look Like InitiallyDuring the early stage, we would expect the co-founder to help us:Build a strong network of relevant brand founders→ generate high-quality customer discovery conversations→ onboard early adopters→ establish repeatable market demand→ refine positioning and GTM→ convert validation into commercial traction.We are looking for someone who can help open doors—but also stay in the room and build the business after those doors open.What This Is NOTThis is not a commission-based sales position.It is not an advisory position.It is not a part-time networking assignment.And it is not an opportunity for someone looking only for a senior designation.We are looking for someone who wants to co-build the company.Founder FitWe are open to professionals with strong experience as:E-commerce Leaders | D2C Growth Leaders | Marketplace Professionals | Ex-Shopify / Ex-Amazon ecosystem professionals | Ecommerce Consultants | Strategic Partnership Leaders | SaaS Growth Leaders | Brand/Ecommerce Heads | Startup OperatorsCompensationCo-Founder opportunity with equity/ownership structure to be discussed based on experience, contribution, commitment and mutual fit.Detailed commercial terms, responsibilities, milestones and vesting will be mutually discussed with shortlisted candidates.How to ApplyPlease share a short note answering following questions alongwith you profile. 1. What has your involvement been with the ecommerce/D2C ecosystem?2. What kind of relationships do you currently have with brand founders or ecommerce decision-makers?3. If you joined an early-stage product today, how would you get the first 20 relevant founders into conversations?If you're excited by the idea of building from the validation stage rather than joining after product-market fit, we'd like to speak with you.