Agency Development Lead, DACH

Tacto

YOUR IMPACT As BDR Team Lead at Tacto, you'll be the cornerstone of our sales organization's success - a hands-on leader who develops the talent that powers our growth. You'll lead our frontline team of 6-8 BDRs: the team that awakens procurement leaders across European industrial companies to what AI can unlock for them. You'll work directly with our C-Level and sales leadership to shape our go-to-market strategy in a greenfield market with over 15,000 potential customers in DACH alone. If you want to define what AI-first outbound looks like in industrial B2B SaaS and build the team that delivers it, this is your role. YOUR TASKS * Lead and develop a high-performing BDR team: Provide hands-on guidance and support to your team, empowering them to consistently achieve and surpass opportunity targets. * Develop Juniors into great AEs: Create structured career development paths that enable BDRs to build strong sales fundamentals and successfully transition into Account Executive roles. * Drive pipeline growth: Take ownership of the team’s outbound sales performance by ensuring effective lead generation and implementing high-quality outreach strategies. * Hire and develop exceptional talent: Bring exceptional BDR talent into the team and create the structure, coaching, and onboarding needed for them to make an impact from day one. * Build AI-first sales processes: Design and implement AI-driven workflows, templates, and best practices that increase efficiency - creating more time for meaningful customer interactions. * Analyze and optimize performance: Leverage data and analytics to monitor team metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and continuously optimize our impact. * Collaborate across teams: Collaborate closely with other BDR Teams, Marketing and AE teams to align on goals, coordinate campaigns, and streamline lead handoff processes. YOUR PROFILE We believe problem-solving, drive, and ownership matter more than tools that can be picked up. The points below are a guide, not a checklist. * You have 2+ years of professional experience, ideally including full-time GTM experience in a fast-paced B2B SaaS environment * You have at least 1 year of leadership experience - ideally as a BDR or SDR Lead in a high-performance environment * You have a proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets * You genuinely enjoy coaching and developing people, and you get energy from watching others succeed * You're highly motivated, resilient, and results-oriented with a genuine drive for purpose * You are fluent in both German and English YOU WILL THRIVE HERE IF You are an ambitious, energetic leader who excels in a fast-paced environment where you can create impact from day one. You want to lead by example, empower others and contribute to a mission that goes beyond sales — helping revolutionize Europe’s industrial base and build a lighthouse organization for European technology. INTERVIEW PROCESS 1. Intro call with our Head of BusDev 2. Deep dive with our Head of BusDev 3. Get-to-know call with the Lead BDR you'd be working alongside 4. Onsite interview including a case study + meeting the team & the Sr. Sales Leadership OUR BACKGROUND Tacto is building the intelligence layer that connects AI to the physical world of manufacturing, starting with procurement. AI is transforming every industry, but it stops at the factory gate. The knowledge that holds manufacturing together - part costs, suppliers, materials - is scattered across systems and people. Over 50% of a product's cost originates from suppliers, making procurement the single largest cost lever in manufacturing and the missing connection between the digital and the physical world. Yet it still runs on Excel and legacy systems. We're changing that with our Procurement Intelligence Platform, trusted by hundreds of companies running billions of Euros of material. Based in Munich, we are 100+ passionate builders who are in-office, with high expectations, fast growth, and a lot of fun. We are supported by >€50m from Sequoia, Index, and Europe's leading tech entrepreneurs and industry veterans. WHY IT MATTERS Manufacturing forms Europe's economic backbone, driving a fourth of Europe's GDP and providing over 30% of jobs. These hidden champions and global market leaders manufacture the physical world around us, from the machines that build our cities to the medical devices that save lives. But the world is changing. The US dominates the digital world of bits. China is scaling the world of atoms, manufacturing at unprecedented speed and scale. Geopolitics are more uncertain than ever. Europe's strength lies in its deep industrial knowledge through generations of engineering. Manufacturing worldwide runs on European machines and software. But that heritage is only an advantage if we leverage it in the age of AI. Tacto builds the AI that connects Atoms and Bits, empowering our Industrial Base to Stay Stronger and building a lighthouse for European tech. WHAT WE OFFER The people at Tacto are passionate about building the organization, growing themselves, and our product while having fun and being real. We have high expectations, great talent density, and a culture where your ambition, performance, and agency are what count - not where you come from or how big your ego is. You'll grow at the forefront of AI, have real ownership and impact, and be surrounded by the best people in their field who challenge you and make you better every day. That is demanding and rewarding, but that's where we thrive. Besides that you have: * Money: Competitive salary & equity in the company with real upside, so you are invested in our success * Workplace: A vibrant in-office culture (> 4 days/week) in a beautiful office in central Munich * Development: A development budget and regular exposure to exceptional people, e.g., Lunch & Learns, peer mentoring, external speakers * Time off: 26 + 4 vacation days per year (4 fixed “company rest days”) as well as regular off-sites and team events * Health: Wellpass membership, of course, a fruit basket (!), and access to Jobrad, for your health * Family & Social Security: Voluntary pension contribution, voluntary KITA subsidy for your children Tacto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.

Contentful

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Contentful is seeking a German-speaking Strategic Alliance Manager to lead our enterprise-aligned partnerships across the DACH region. In this role, you will drive strategic collaboration with a portfolio of global and regional agency and systems integrator partners, as well as leading regional agencies that play a critical role in enterprise digital transformation. You will work in close alignment with enterprise sales leadership to identify, develop, and win strategic opportunities within key accounts, ensuring partners are embedded into account strategies and joint go-to-market motions. The role is responsible for translating Contentful’s partner strategy into tangible outcomes: pipeline creation, enterprise deal influence, and scalable joint offerings. This position requires a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial leader who can navigate complex enterprise environments, build trusted executive relationships with partners, and mobilise cross-functional teams across sales, marketing, product, and solution engineering. As part of Contentful’s partnerships organization, you will help extend the reach of our platform through a high-impact ecosystem that drives customer success, innovation, and enterprise growth. WHAT TO EXPECT? * A highly collaborative environment working closely with enterprise sales, solutions engineering, and partner leadership * The opportunity to shape Contentful’s strategic partner ecosystem in one of our most important regions * A role with clear impact on enterprise growth, pipeline generation, and customer success Drive strategic partnerships in DACH * Own and develop relationships with a portfolio of global systems integrators and leading regional agency partners aligned to enterprise opportunities in the DACH region. * Serve as the primary liaison between partner organizations and Contentful’s enterprise sales teams, ensuring strong alignment on account strategy and customer outcomes. Lead joint go-to-market strategy * Develop and execute joint go-to-market plans with strategic partners focused on enterprise customers. * Identify and activate new joint sales plays, industry solutions, and integrated offerings with partners. Accelerate enterprise pipeline and revenue * Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline, contributing directly to SQL generation and ACV growth. * Lead account mapping and joint account planning with enterprise sales teams and partners. * Support partners in identifying new opportunities and positioning Contentful in large-scale transformation programmes. Build ecosystem momentum * Work cross-functionally with partner marketing, product, and field teams to enable partners and activate strategic initiatives. * Champion partner engagement across the organization, ensuring Contentful teams leverage partners effectively in enterprise pursuits. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL? * 5+ years of experience in enterprise partner management, alliances, or ecosystem development within a SaaS, digital platform, or agency/SI environment * Experience working with systems integrators, digital agencies, or consulting partners * Fluency in German and English * Strong understanding of enterprise digital platforms, ideally including martech, CMS, composable architecture, or commerce ecosystems * Demonstrated experience building and executing joint GTM strategies with partners * Track record of driving partner-sourced or partner-influenced enterprise pipeline * Experience with enterprise account planning and account mapping in collaboration with sales teams * Strong executive communication, presentation, and facilitation skills * Ability to navigate complex organizations and build trusted relationships across sales, marketing, product, and engineering * A strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex ecosystem opportunities into clear execution frameworks WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? * Join an ambitious tech company reshaping the way people build digital experiences * Full-time employees receive Stock Options for the opportunity to share in the success of our company * Fertility and family building benefits, including a lifetime reimbursable wallet to support your growing family. * We value Work-Life balance and You Time! A generous amount of paid time off, including vacation days, sick days,  education days, compassion days for loss, and volunteer days * Time off to care for and focus on your growing family  * Use your personal annual education budget to improve your skills and grow in your career * Enjoy a full range of virtual and in-person events, including workshops, guest speakers, and fun team activities, supporting learning and networking exchange beyond the usual work duties  * An annual wellbeing stipend to care for your physical, financial, or emotional health * A monthly communication phone/internet stipend and phone hardware upgrade reimbursement. * New hire office equipment stipend for hybrid or distributed employees. Get the gear you need to work at your best. WHO ARE WE? Contentful is a leading digital experience platform that helps modern businesses meet the growing demand for engaging, personalized content at scale. By blending composability with native AI capabilities, Contentful enables dynamic personalization, automated content delivery, and real-time experimentation, powering next-generation digital experiences across brands, regions, and channels for more than 4,200 organizations worldwide. More than 700 people from more than 70 nations contribute their energy and creativity to Contentful, working from hubs in Berlin, Denver, San Francisco, London, New York, and distributed worldwide. EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE! “Everyone is welcome here” is a celebrated component of our culture. At Contentful, we strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers our employees. We believe that our products and services benefit from our diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical [dis]ability, or length of time spent unemployed. We invite you to apply and join us! If you need reasonable accommodations at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiting coordinator know. Please be aware of scammers who may fraudulently allege to be from Contentful. These types of fraud can be carried out through copycat websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal information, such as bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc, through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment. If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reach out to us at security-esk@contentful.com with any information you may have. By clicking “Apply for this job,” I acknowledge that I have read the “Contentful’s Candidate Privacy Notice” and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein.

Valtech

New Business Director – DACH – (all genders) Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. The opportunity At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. We are proud of: * The work we do and innovation we drive * Our Values of share, care and dare * A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy * Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration The role We are seeking a New Business Director to lead and scale new logo acquisition across the DACH region. This is a senior leadership role responsible for defining and executing go-to-market strategy, building high-quality pipeline, and leading a high-performing sales team. You’ll combine strategic leadership with hands-on deal engagement, driving complex, high-value opportunities while embedding modern, AI-enabled sales practices. Role Responsibilities Revenue & Growth Leadership * Own and deliver regional new business revenue targets * Build and sustain a high-quality, scalable pipeline * Personally lead and support strategic, high-value deals Go-to-Market Strategy * Define and execute the DACH new logo strategy, aligned to regional priorities * Identify priority industries, target accounts, and growth plays * Continuously refine approach using market insight, data, and AI-driven intelligence Sales Leadership & Execution * Lead and inspire a high-performing new business team * Drive a disciplined, end-to-end sales process with consistent execution * Embed AI into the sales lifecycle (targeting, account planning, outreach, pipeline insights, forecasting) * Ensure strong pipeline health, conversion, and accurate forecasting Client Engagement & Deal Leadership * Build C-level relationships across key industries (FS, Retail, Manufacturing, Life Sciences) * Lead consultative, value-based sales engagements * Position Valtech as a strategic partner in digital and AI-driven transformation Ecosystem & Collaboration * Partner with marketing and delivery teams to drive aligned growth * Leverage strategic partners (Adobe, Salesforce, Sitecore, Optimizely, hyperscalers) including joint AI-led propositions * Represent Valtech externally across industry events and networks   Must have experience * Proven senior sales leadership experience in a digital consultancy / agency environment * Strong track record of winning new logos and delivering significant revenue growth * Experience leading and scaling high-performing sales teams * Expertise in selling complex, enterprise digital transformation programmes * Strong DACH network with access to senior decision-makers * Practical understanding of AI in sales and client solutions * Excellent consultative selling, coaching, and stakeholder management skills * Commercially driven, with ownership of multi-million € targets * Ideally fluent in German and English   The benefits This is a permanent position based in Germany. Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer: * Hybrid working * Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs * Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts   Your application process Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. ⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com. We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.   About Valtech Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.   Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.