About the job
Rainmaker Holland has developed AEROS, an atmospheric water generation system that produces up to 250 litres of pure drinking water per day directly from air. Solar-compatible, plug-and-play and designed for off-grid environments, the technology is proven and already in production.
The next step is to turn this technology into a successful international business. For that, we are looking for an entrepreneurial Business Lead who combines commercial drive with strong people and relationship skills.
You will take ownership of the AEROS business and have the freedom to shape its direction, develop the go-to-market strategy, build long-term customer and partner relationships and create a strong foundation for future growth.
This is a role for someone who enjoys being close to both the business and the people behind it. You will work closely with the founders and Rainmaker Holland’s technical and engineering teams, bringing together different perspectives, cultures and areas of expertise to make AEROS successful.
You will have the autonomy and entrepreneurial freedom of a startup, while having the support, technology and infrastructure of an established Dutch water-technology company behind you.
What will you do?
- Take ownership of the P&L and commercial development of the AEROS business line.
- Develop and execute the go-to-market strategy, with an initial focus on eco resorts and off-grid hospitality groups in humid, water-scarce regions.
- Build trusted, long-term relationships with hotel owners, developers, distributors, government organisations and other strategic partners.
- Develop and manage a strong international distributor and partner network, making the most of your existing relationships and continuously expanding your network.
- Lead commercial deployments from first conversation through implementation and long-term customer relationship.
- Shape pricing, financing models and the international expansion roadmap together with the founders.
- Represent AEROS internationally at trade shows, sustainability platforms, hospitality networks and other relevant events.
- Build and develop the people around you as the business grows, creating a collaborative, motivated and accountable team culture.
- Bring different cultures, personalities and disciplines together and create clarity, trust and shared ownership.
- Coach and support colleagues and partners, helping them grow in their roles and take responsibility.
- Act as a bridge between customers, commercial partners, engineering and the wider Rainmaker Holland organisation.
About you
We are looking for an entrepreneurial and commercially minded leader who is equally comfortable building relationships and building a business.
You may come from hospitality, cleantech, water technology, international sales, distribution, emerging markets or an entrepreneurial environment. Your exact background is less important than your ability to create opportunities, build trust and turn ideas into results.
You bring:
- An international profile with a proven entrepreneurial or commercial track record. An MBA (RSM, INSEAD, IE, IMD, Nyenrode or similar) is a strong plus, but not a requirement.
- Approximately 3–8 years of experience in hospitality/resort operations or development, capex equipment sales, cleantech/water, emerging-market distribution, or experience building your own business.
- Existing relationships in one or more target regions: Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, the Gulf, East Africa or the Pacific.
- A genuine network among hotel owners, developers, investors, distributors or government buyers.
- Strong people management and interpersonal skills. You know how to motivate people, build trust, give direction and bring different stakeholders together.
- A collaborative leadership style. You are confident taking the lead, while also being open to ideas and willing to listen.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt your approach to different cultures, personalities and business environments.
- An entrepreneurial mindset. You enjoy creating something rather than simply managing something that already exists.
- Resilience, curiosity and the ability to operate independently in multicultural, remote-first and sometimes challenging markets.
- Fluent English; additional languages are a strong plus.
Most importantly, you are someone who wants to build, lead and make a difference. You are motivated by ownership, impact and the opportunity to create something that can grow internationally.
What do we offer?
- Meaningful equity participation: a defined stake in the AEROS business with clear vesting. You help build the business and share in its success.
- A base salary that provides a solid foundation, complemented by the long-term upside of equity.
- Entrepreneurial freedom: the opportunity to shape the business, make decisions and have a direct impact on its success.
- A running start: a proven product, existing manufacturing capabilities, engineering support and the established Rainmaker Holland organisation behind you.
- A collaborative environment: direct access to the founders and the opportunity to work with experienced technical, engineering and commercial colleagues.
- International exposure: the opportunity to build relationships and a business across multiple continents and cultures.
- Leadership growth: as AEROS develops, this role has a clear path toward Managing Director, with responsibility for the growing business and team.
Apply at: Business Lead - Rainmaker Holland