EXCLUSIVE MANDATE
A leading global IT services and consulting firm is conducting a confidential search for a seasoned Strategic Account Executive to lead key client relationships. The ideal candidate comes from system integrator companies. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for driving growth, transformation, and delivery excellence across a portfolio of strategic accounts in Switzerland and globally.
The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of managing large-scale client engagements, shaping transformation programs, and influencing C-level stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to operate at the intersection of business strategy, digital innovation, and global delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Leadership : Own and manage executive-level relationships across a portfolio of high-value Consumer Goods clients.
- Growth Strategy : Develop and execute multi-year account plans to drive revenue growth, expand service offerings, and capture transformation opportunities.
- End-to-End Engagement : Lead the full lifecycle of client engagement—from strategic planning and solutioning to delivery and outcome realization.
- Executive Advisory : Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders (CIO, COO, CMO, CDO), influencing digital and business transformation agendas.
- Cross-Functional Leadership : Guide global teams to deliver integrated solutions aligned with client priorities.
- Industry Insight : Apply deep Consumer Goods sector knowledge to bring forward-thinking perspectives on trends, technologies, and business models.
- Global Coordination : Manage multi-country engagements, ensuring seamless collaboration across geographies.
Required Experience & Skills
Industry & Consulting Expertise : 10+ years in client leadership roles within IT services or consulting, ideally with a focus on Consumer Goods clients.Account Growth : Proven success in managing and growing strategic accounts exceeding €50M annually.Leadership Exposure : Experience in senior roles at top-tier consultancies or global IT service providers.Business Development : Strong capability in building C-suite relationships, shaping transformation deals, and negotiating complex contracts.Global Mindset : Experience managing international clients and multicultural teams.Functional Knowledge : Familiarity with digital commerce, cloud, supply chain transformation, consumer analytics, and sustainability.Languages : English fluent, German or French is a strong and preferred asset.Personal Attributes
Strategic and entrepreneurial mindsetStrong influencing and storytelling skillsInspirational leadership across diverse teamsResilient and outcome-driven in high-stakes environments#LI-Hybrid