Senior Manager, Market Expansion & Partnerships (a)

Albedis; Zug; Vor Ort; CHF 150.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Albedis is seeking an experienced commercial professional to lead international growth initiatives, shape market expansion and strategic partnerships for global markets. This individual contributor role offers exposure to senior stakeholders and significant influence across transactions.

You will identify opportunities, develop market-entry strategies, structure complex agreements and drive value creation through partnerships, with a strong emphasis on cross-cultural collaboration and long-term

Qualifikationen

• 10-15+ years in strategic partnerships, market expansion or related fields.
• Proven ability to independently lead complex negotiations and growth initiatives.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with business-case experience.
• Fluent English; other languages are advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Drive international market expansion from strategy through execution.
• Identify and engage prospective partners and strategic stakeholders.
• Develop and execute market-entry strategies across markets.
• Structure and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Coordinate cross-functional deal teams across international markets.
• Monitor industry trends to identify future growth opportunities.

Kenntnisse

Fluent English

International mindset

Stakeholder management

Relationship-building

Commercial acumen

Ausbildung

University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Law, International Management, Engineering or related discipline

MBA or other postgraduate qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Description of the company

Our client is a globally recognised energy company with a powerful consumer-facing brand and an extensive international partnership ecosystem. As part of its continued global growth agenda, the organisation is seeking an experienced commercial professional to help shape future market expansion, strategic partnerships and value creation initiatives across international markets.

This highly visible international role offers direct exposure to senior stakeholders, strategic growth opportunities and complex commercial transactions. The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying, assessing and executing opportunities that contribute to the organisation's long-term growth ambitions.

This is an individual contributor position offering significant international exposure, commercial ownership and strategic influence.

Role & Responsibilities

Operating at the intersection of commercial development, strategic partnerships and corporate development, you will combine entrepreneurial thinking with disciplined deal execution to unlock sustainable growth across established and emerging markets.

• Drive international market expansion initiatives from strategic assessment through commercial execution.
• Identify, evaluate and engage prospective partners, operators, investors and strategic stakeholders.
• Develop and execute market-entry strategies across existing and new markets.
• Build a robust international opportunity pipeline through proactive market assessment and relationship development.
• Structure, negotiate and conclude complex commercial agreements and long-term partnership arrangements.
• Drive sustainable value creation through strategic partnerships, market-entry initiatives and transformational commercial opportunities.
• Partner closely with internal M&A specialists on investment and divestment assessments, transaction preparation and commercial due diligence.
• Assess strategic fit, commercial attractiveness and long-term value creation potential of prospective opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term executive-level relationships with external partners and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional and cross-cultural deal teams across multiple international markets and business functions.
• Monitor industry developments, competitive activity and market trends to identify future growth opportunities.

Candidate Profile

Experience & Capabilities

• Demonstrated success gained over approximately 10-15+ years within strategic partnerships, market expansion, business development, licensing, corporate development, M&A or other commercially complex and strategic environments.
• Proven track record of independently leading complex commercial negotiations and strategic growth initiatives.
• Strong understanding of value creation, partnership structures, commercial business models and market development.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures or strategic transactions is highly advantageous.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with experience evaluating business cases and commercial opportunities.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
• International mindset and ability to operate successfully across multiple cultures and business environments.
• Success in this role requires commercial curiosity, entrepreneurial thinking and the ability to develop long-term partnerships across diverse markets and cultures.
• Fluent English is required; additional languages represent a strong advantage.

Education & Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Law, International Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
• An MBA or other postgraduate qualification is considered an advantage.
• Equivalent professional experience with a proven track record in commercial development, partnerships or transaction-related environments will also be considered.

Experience We Value

We welcome applications from professionals who have developed their careers within:

Strategic Partnerships, Market Expansion, Licensing, Franchise Development, Corporate Development, M&A and Transaction Advisory , Private Equity Portfolio Companies, Energy & Consumer Services, Retail & Multi-Site Businesses, Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage, Management Consulting.

We equally welcome candidates whose experience demonstrates a strong combination of commercial judgement, partnership development and growth-oriented thinking.

Why Join?

• Join a globally recognised organisation with a strong track record of developing international talent.
• Influence strategic growth initiatives across international markets.
• Contribute to high-impact opportunities with tangible commercial value.