VC Principal @ TekVentures in San Francisco, CA

Teknor Apex Teknor Apex is a privately held, family‑owned material‑science company founded in 1924 in Rhode Island. We develop tailor‑made polymer solutions for industries such as automotive, healthcare, electronics, construction, packaging, consumer goods, wire & cable, and industrial markets in US, Europe and Asia. TekVentures CVC TekVentures is a newly created venture capital fund by Teknor Apex, investing in and partnering with early‑stage startups to bring the best of the startup world to Teknor Apex. As a solutions provider and manufacturer in traditional and bio‑based materials, we aim to bring our differentiated assets and capabilities to support startup success and create winning partnerships. TekVentures is looking for a Principal for its venture capital fund. Location: San Francisco Bay/San Jose area Reports To: Managing Director, TekVentures CVC Type: Full‑Time Sourcing & Deal Flow Develop and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs, accelerators, other investors, and ecosystem stakeholders. Actively scout for high‑potential startups aligned with the fund’s investment thesis. Represent the firm at conferences, demo days, and industry events. Diligence & Execution Lead due diligence efforts on potential investments including market analysis, competitive benchmarking, financial modeling, and reference checks. Prepare and present investment memos to team and TekVentures investment board as needed. Negotiate terms and startup collaboration details. Portfolio Management Assist founders with strategic guidance, hiring, business development, and follow‑on fundraising. Monitor portfolio performance and support monthly/quarterly/annual reporting. Firm Strategy & Operations Contribute to fund strategy, thesis development, and thematic research. Support communications to Teknor Apex board of directors. Qualifications 5–10 years of experience in venture capital, growth equity, investment banking, private equity, or a startup leadership role. Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to lead diligence and close deals independently. Biomaterials domain knowledge is a plus. What We Offer Competitive compensation including fund performance‑based long term incentives. Exposure to cutting‑edge innovation and influential networks. A collaborative, value‑driven, and entrepreneurial team environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr VC Stack