Business Development Manager

Zweifel 1898 AG stands for wine culture and enjoyment. We operate specialty stores in Zurich-Höngg, Zurich-Wiedikon, Uster, Maur, Männedorf, and Stans. Our range extends from our own production in our winery – the only one in the city of Zurich – to selected beverages and international top wines. At the headquarters in Höngg, not only is production carried out, but enjoyment as well: in our down-to-earth wine tavern. While our sister company Zweifel Weine & Getränke AG supplies the gastronomy and specialty trade, our customers in our stores are at the center of our focus. Together, we belong to Zweifel Holding AG along with Zweifel Chips & Snacks AG.

Our specialty stores are facing the next development step. Bring us on a growth course, professionalize our structures, and shape a strong, profitable store chain from diversity – temporarily from now or by agreement for approximately 18 months as 

• Development and implementation of a future-proof business model in collaboration with external consultants – from mission statement, vision, and strategy to innovative business and revenue models
• Active leadership and support of the organization through the transformation process, including culture development, change management, and close support of management and department heads
• Creation of clear, scalable organizational and leadership structures for long-term growth, profitability, and entrepreneurial excellence
• Management and implementation of effective measures to increase sales, improve efficiency, and reduce costs, including monitoring, reporting, and deriving optimizations
• Creation, evaluation, and further development of business plans based on market, customer, and growth potential as well as definition of medium- and long-term strategic goals
• Establishment and management of a structured innovation process including leadership of the innovation pipeline and development of new concepts for the company's future
• Overall responsibility for the organization, management, and administration of projects and subprojects, with clear prioritization and direct reporting to the CEO
• Leadership of working groups with decision-making authority and participation in management committees
• Central contact person for employees between daily business and development, including leadership support for store and area managers

• Higher business or commercial education with several years of professional experience in a strategically and operationally shaped leadership role
• Proven experience in managing retail organizations (B2C), ideally in the enjoyment, brand, or consumer goods sector
• Practical experience in enjoyment marketing, product management, and development of new business, innovation, and revenue models
• Several years of leadership experience combined with natural authority, high social competence, and a modern, appreciative leadership understanding
• Strong strategic, networked, and planning thinking as well as the ability to analyze complex issues and translate them into clear concepts
• Solid experience in project and program management as well as in managing complex initiatives with many stakeholders
• Independent, structured, and precise working style, high flexibility, and pronounced implementation strength and result orientation
• Very good communication and moderation skills, confident appearance, high service orientation, and respectful interaction at all levels
• Fluent German in spoken and written form; English and French skills are an advantage 

• Attractive employment conditions such as a company pension fund with significantly higher benefits than legally required
• At least 5 weeks of vacation – birthday off work
• Inspiring and team-oriented working environment
• Swiss family business with clear values