Head of Growth
Surplus Magazin
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Job Description
Position Details
The position comprises, depending on availability, 20–39 hours per week and is initially limited to 12 months, with the option of extension by mutual agreement. The role can be performed partially remotely; regular presence in our Berlin office is welcome.
Your Responsibilities
- End-to-end responsibility for growth initiatives across markets, products and channels
- Conceptualising, implementing and reporting on growth experiments and initiatives
- Active contribution to the overall growth strategy, especially with regard to international expansion
- Identifying, validating and developing new growth channels and revenue streams
What You Bring
- Several years of practical experience in growth, digital business, or related fields; preferably specialized in subscription-based business models
- Strong analytical and business mindset with experience in scaling digital products or services
- Solid understanding of acquisition funnels, conversion optimisation, and retention mechanics; experience with international markets or market entry strategies is a plus
- Creativity in developing and testing new growth ideas
- Independent and goal-oriented working style
- Strong interest in mission-driven and impact-oriented projects
- A strong understanding of the Surplus brand
- Fluency in Business English; German is a plus
What We Offer
- A positive, dynamic team atmosphere
- Work with visible social impact and real-world relevance
- A workplace in the heart of Berlin, with the option of working remotely or from abroad
- The opportunity to take on responsibility quickly and continuously shape your role
- Competitive compensation based on our internal salary framework
Equal Opportunities and Diversity
Diversity is important to us. We take structural inequalities into account and actively promote equal opportunities. In cases of equal qualification, applications from women, trans, inter and non-binary people, as well as from people with disabilities, Black people, People of Color, and people with a migration background will be given preferential consideration.
Key skills/competency
- Growth Strategy
- International Expansion
- Subscription Business Models
- Acquisition Funnels
- Conversion Optimization
- Retention Mechanics
- Digital Business
- Market Entry Strategies
- Analytical Thinking
- Experimentation
How to Get Hired at Surplus Magazin
- Research Surplus Magazin's mission: Study their values, impact-oriented projects, and commitment to diversity.
- Tailor your resume for growth: Highlight experience in international expansion, subscription models, and digital scaling for Surplus Magazin.
- Showcase analytical prowess: Prepare examples demonstrating your understanding of acquisition, conversion, and retention mechanics.
- Prepare for a values-based interview: Emphasize your interest in social impact and alignment with Surplus Magazin's brand and inclusive culture.
- Demonstrate innovative thinking: Be ready to discuss creative growth ideas and how you've successfully tested them in past roles.
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