Senior Account Director / VP - Head of Consumer and Services DACH (m/f/d)

Role Summary

Are you passionate about the Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods industry and want to leverage technology to drive transformation for CPGR clients in our business unit? If so, you could be the perfect candidate for this role!

We're looking for a Senior Director/VP with expertise in retail and consumer-focused IT services to join our team in Germany/DACH.

You will have an opportunity to work with the best-in-class engineering, digital innovation and design teams supporting you to shape product vision. As a unit leader, you will play a vital role in shaping the products of our clients that impact the lives of millions of people worldwide.

Responsibilities - Serve as a trusted advisor in the CPGR space, offering consultative solutions

• Represent EPAM DACH and act as an ambassador to drive brand awareness at events, conferences and trade shows
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute technology-focused transformation projects
• Assess client opportunities, generate/respond to RFPs, create proposals and establish senior client relationships with the support of sales/pre-sales teams
• Shape and scope consulting engagements, establish optimal operating models and lead transitions from sales to delivery
• Stay informed about current trends, unique opportunities and challenges in the sectors, markets and geographies (focus on DACH as a primary region)
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients and partners to maximize practice growth within Retail and Consumer Products portfolios
• Align with regional Business Unit goals, supporting company financial objectives, including revenue and profit targets
• Lead and develop skills within a team of consultants, client partners and account managers

Requirements - Demonstrable expertise in Retail and Consumer products and clients in the region

• Deep industry experience in trend-setting, digital and innovative technology leadership roles or equivalent from a recognized consultancy
• Strong problem-solving and creative-thinking skills
• Leadership ability with a willingness to lead and recruit teams
• Gravitas and personal credibility with senior executives
• Proven ability to manage consulting engagements or digital innovation transformation programs
• Sound business acumen, commercial and strategic skills, numeric fluency, negotiation skills and a commitment to diversity
• Full fluency in both German and English language is required

We offer - 30 days holiday per annum

• Company Pension Scheme
• Regular performance assessments
• Fitness-First Black Membership
• bitkom - Corporate Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) (subject to certain eligibility requirements)
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Friendly and enjoyable working team
• Regular corporate and social events
• Flexible and remote working opportunities
• *All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements