Clera

Founding GTM

San FranciscoFull TimePosted Sep 9, 2026

About the Role

This is a first dedicated go-to-market hire at an early-stage B2B SaaS company building AI-powered software for industrial distributors and manufacturers. You will work directly alongside the CEO to convert founder-led sales into a repeatable, scalable GTM motion, and over time grow into the architect and leader of the entire GTM organization.

What You'll Do

  • Partner with the CEO to design and execute a full go-to-market strategy, from initial outreach through repeatable pipeline generation.

  • Personally drive pipeline through cold calls, targeted email campaigns, trade shows, and testing new channels to reach industrial executives.

  • Identify what messaging, channels, and processes work, then document them into a playbook that future GTM hires can execute.

  • Build AI-powered systems across the GTM stack, including account research, personalization, campaign execution, and sales intelligence.

  • Join customer calls and immerse yourself in how industrial distributors operate, translating those insights into acquisition strategy.

  • Turn repeatable processes into documented infrastructure that scales the function efficiently.

What We're Looking For

  • 1 to 4 years of experience generating pipeline through outbound activities such as cold calls, email campaigns, and events.

  • Demonstrated ability to build and systematize repeatable sales processes and GTM motions from scratch.

  • Hands-on experience building AI automations, scripts, or small applications to increase sales productivity.

  • Proficiency writing targeted outbound messaging that converts prospects in complex B2B environments.

  • Experience working with or selling to C-suite stakeholders in industrial, manufacturing, or distribution sectors.

  • Clear written and verbal communication, with a track record of persuading others or selling ideas.

  • High-agency mindset, evidenced by self-directed ventures, side projects, or initiatives built from scratch.

  • Execution-first approach: willing to pick up the phone and learn today rather than over-analyze.

  • Technical background in a field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science is a strong plus.

  • Prior experience founding a company or launching a product to market fit is a plus.

  • Familiarity with ERP systems or industrial software integrations is a plus.

  • US citizen or current visa holder; no visa sponsorship available.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $100,000 to $170,000 USD annually. Equity offered. No visa sponsorship available.

Location

On-site in San Francisco, California, USA. In-person work is required.

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