Director of Growth

Dept Design & Technology AG seeks a Director of Growth in Zürich to lead commercial expansion across Switzerland, driving new business in digital experience, technology, and AI.

This position serves as the primary commercial engine for DEPT’s expansion within the Swiss market. The Director will spearhead efforts to secure new clients and surpass growth targets across Digital Experience, Technology, Commerce, Data, and AI, while collaborating closely with the Swiss Growth team and international specialists.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic wins in pitches, tenders, and RFPs to capture new business across Switzerland.
• Cultivate a robust sales pipeline by networking, hosting executive events, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Spot and qualify potential opportunities, then assemble cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial contact and qualification through negotiation, contract signing, and onboarding.
• Lead commercial and contractual discussions with C-suite executives, procurement departments, and key decision-makers.
• Partner with international teams to tackle complex, multi-market projects.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, networking events, and executive dinners throughout Switzerland.
• Champion a growth-oriented mindset internally, helping teams identify and pursue new business avenues.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success in acquiring new clients within digital agencies, consultancies, or tech firms.
• Background in selling Digital Experience, CMS, Commerce, Digital Platform, or Digital Transformation services.
• Proven ability to lead complex bidding processes and coordinate multidisciplinary teams spanning Strategy, Design, Technology, Data, and AI.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, with comfort engaging executive-level leaders.
• Minimum of five years in business development, sales, or growth roles within digital services.
• Fluency in German and English; knowledge of Swiss German is highly valued.

Nice to have

• Existing professional network within the Swiss market.
• Proficiency in French.

What the company offers

• Hybrid work model requiring two days in the office, subject to location.
• 25 days of annual leave, with the option to take unpaid time off.
• Flexible health budget, wellness days, and personal days.
• Dedicated budget for learning and professional development.
• Referral bonus program for successful candidate recommendations.
• Regular office breakfasts, lunches, and Smoothie Tuesday events.
• Health contributions via the OpenUp platform.
• Accessible office spaces in Zurich or fully equipped offices in Bern.
• Social gatherings and organized activities to foster team connection.
• Opportunities for training, development, and certifications.
• Participation in the annual DEPT® Cares Month, where employees volunteer skills for local charities.

About the company

DEPT® operates as a Growth Invention company, partnering with ambitious brands to accelerate their growth. By merging technology and marketing, the firm pioneers new ideas and executes them rapidly, driven by a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and decisive action. Recognized as a Certified B Corp since 2021, DEPT® has also been honored as Agency of the Year at The Lovies and The Webby Awards.

• Core values include working better together, staying relentlessly curious, and getting things done.
• Commitment to social impact through annual charity volunteering.
• Award-winning agency culture focused on innovation and speed.