AI Strategy & Business Growth Associate (German Speaking)

Shape the Future of Business and AI

Are you passionate about technology, business strategy, problem-solving and driving commercial growth?

We are looking for a German-speaking AI Strategy & Business Growth Associate who will work directly with senior leadership to influence strategic decisions, identify growth opportunities, improve business performance and help drive the company’s AI journey.

This is not a traditional AI role.

You do not need to be an AI specialist today.

We are looking for someone with strong technical and analytical skills, commercial awareness and a genuine curiosity to learn how AI can transform businesses. Over time, this role offers the opportunity to develop into a key AI specialist and strategic advisor within the organization.

You will help management answer important business questions such as:

• Where should we invest next?
• How can technology improve productivity and profitability?
• Which sales strategies will drive faster growth?
• What operational improvements will create the biggest impact?
• How can AI create competitive advantages across our businesses?

If you enjoy solving complex business challenges, working with data and learning emerging technologies, this opportunity offers a unique platform to make a measurable impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic Business Partner to Leadership

• Work closely with executives on high-level business and growth initiatives.
• Participate in strategic discussions across multiple departments and business units.
• Provide insights and recommendations that influence key decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and market positioning.
• Conduct market and competitive intelligence across Germany, South Africa, UAE and other target markets.

Technology & AI Development

• Learn and explore how AI and emerging technologies can create business value.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of practical AI solutions.
• Research new technologies and identify opportunities for adoption.
• Develop insights, dashboards, reports and business intelligence solutions.
• Partner with different departments to improve decision-making through technology and data.
• Build knowledge and expertise that can evolve into a future AI specialist role.

Sales Growth & Commercial Excellence

• Analyze sales performance, customer behavior and conversion metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve lead generation and sales effectiveness.
• Evaluate technology and automation tools that can enhance productivity.
• Support management with data-driven sales growth strategies.
• Discover new revenue opportunities and market expansion initiatives.

Business Process Improvement

• Review existing workflows and identify efficiency improvements.
• Support automation and digital transformation initiatives.
• Improve cross-functional collaboration and communication.
• Develop initiatives that enhance productivity and reduce inefficiencies.
• Participate in technology-driven improvement projects across the organization.

Executive Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Present findings, insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Prepare business cases, strategic presentations and executive reports.
• Collaborate with teams across Sales, HR, Operations, Finance and Marketing.
• Translate complex information into clear business actions.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Fluent German (C2)
• Strong English communication skills
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3–7 years of experience in one or more of the following:
• Business Analysis
• Business Strategy
• Technical Consulting
• Business Intelligence
• Commercial Excellence
• Sales Enablement
• Digital Transformation
• Technology-Focused Roles

Technical Skills

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working with technology and eager to learn.

Examples may include experience with:

• Data analysis and reporting tools
• Business intelligence platforms
• CRM systems
• Process automation tools
• AI platforms such as Claude, Gemini, Copilot or Perplexity
• Other technical or analytical solutions

Direct AI expertise is not required.

What matters most is your willingness and ability to learn quickly.

Additional Advantages

• Experience within DACH markets (Germany, Austria, Switzerland)
• CRM and Sales Analytics expertise
• Business Process Automation projects
• Digital Transformation initiatives
• Consulting or advisor…