Director of Growth

The role of Director of Growth at DEPT® involves driving the company's growth in Switzerland. DEPT® is a Growth Invention company that combines technology and marketing to help ambitious brands grow faster. The company offers services across various domains, including Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. DEPT® has a strong client portfolio, including Google, Stokke, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI, and has been certified as a B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021. The main day-to-day responsibilities of the Director of Growth include leading and winning strategic pitches, tenders, RFPs, and new business opportunities across the Swiss market. This role involves building and developing a strong commercial pipeline through networking, executive events, and client relationships. The Director of Growth will identify and qualify new opportunities, assemble cross-functional teams, and own the entire sales lifecycle from initial outreach to successful client onboarding. Additionally, the role requires leading commercial and contractual negotiations with C-level stakeholders and representing DEPT® at industry events and conferences. To qualify for this role, candidates must have a proven track record of winning new business within a digital agency, consultancy, or technology company. Experience selling Digital Experience, CMS, Commerce, Digital Platform, or Digital Transformation solutions is essential. Candidates should have strong experience leading complex pitches and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Excellent presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are required, along with the ability to engage executive-level decision-makers. An established network within the Swiss market is considered a strong advantage. At least 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or growth within digital services is necessary. Fluency in German (with Swiss German being an advantage) and English, both written and spoken, is mandatory. French is considered a plus. Nice-to-have skills include an entrepreneurial mindset, proactivity, and a commercially driven approach. The role offers a flexible, hybrid working policy with 2 days in the office, depending on the location. The company provides a flexible health budget, wellness and personal days, a learning and development budget, and a referral bonus program. The Zurich office is spacious and barrier-free, while the Bern office is smaller but fully equipped. DEPT® also offers social events, opportunities to connect with colleagues, and a reputation for doing good, having been certified as a B Corp since 2021. The company celebrates all successes together and provides opportunities for skill development and certifications. What the role asks for: - A proven track record of winning new business within a digital agency, consultancy, or technology company. - Experience selling Digital Experience, CMS, Commerce, Digital Platform, or Digital Transformation solutions. - Strong experience leading complex pitches and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. - At least 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or growth within digital services. - Fluency in German (Swiss German is an advantage) and English, both written and spoken. - Nice-to-have: Fluency in French.