Entrepreneurial Director
Company Description
We Cook iT is an international software house that delivers software development to its corporate customers by providing highly skilled, communicative IT professionals to build their customized products through outsourcing, nearshoring and turn-key projects’ solutions.
How do we differentiate ourselves? By investing in the professional growth and personal care of our software developers. We provide them with a premium service so that they can do the same for our customers.
Our talented team holds software engineers and sales experts, spread across offices in Europe and South America, and we represent a go-getting and driven company who aims to be an inspiring software house, knowing our future relies on IT.
We Cook iT stand for growth, support, dynamic, companionship and communication. Our head office is located in Portugal in the heart of Lisbon (Avenida da Liberdade) and we work mainly for the European market.
Job Description
Are you a driven entrepreneur with a passion for IT, staffing, and business growth? Do you excel in leading companies from startup phases to scale-ups? WeCookIT, a software house specializing in IT solutions and talent outsourcing, is seeking a visionary Director to accelerate our growth phase and expand our presence in the European IT market.
Your Challenge:
As the Director at WeCookIT, you will lead our dynamic company through a phase of rapid expansion, focusing on sales growth and business development.
Your Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Growth: Develop and implement an ambitious growth strategy to position WeCookIT as a leading IT solutions provider in Europe and beyond.
2. Sales and Marketing: Lead efforts to penetrate new markets, acquire clients, and strengthen existing relationships. Create and execute strategic plans to reach sales targets and expand the customer base.
3. Business Development: Drive innovation and collaborate closely with our team to enhance and adapt our business to meet evolving global needs.
4. International Leadership: Expand WeCookIT's footprint globally by establishing partnerships and collaborations across diverse markets and sectors.
5. Financial Management: Ensure financial stability through effective budget management and achievement of set goals.
6. Industry Presence: Conduct webinars and presentations to raise the brand profile. Effectively communicate the value proposition through proposals and presentations. Fulfill requests for proposals from potential partners and customers. Identify potential partnership opportunities to expand reach and improve processes.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in successfully leading companies through growth phases.
- Demonstrated track record in driving sales growth and developing profitable
- businesses.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to take risks and embrace innovation.
- Excellent communication skills in English (Dutch, French, or German is a plus) and strong leadership abilities.
- Ability to connect with external and internal stakeholders effectively.
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- A unique opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a promising IT startup.
- Work in a dynamic and innovative environment alongside a talented team.
- Opportunities for professional development and global impact.
- Through a management buy-in, acquire a significant equity stake in the company.
- Additionally, receive a monthly management fee and a performance-related bonus.
Apply now by sending your CV and cover letter.
We look forward to your entrepreneurial spirit and vision to propel WeCookIT to new heights!