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Malte Polzin-Chief Growth Officer

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Hünenberg, Switzerland

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Oct 2022 - Present

Advisor and Fractional Executive

Malte Polzin Advisory

Position Summary
Advisor and Fractional Executive at Malte Polzin Advisory
Industries
Education
Information Technology
Professional Services
Business Areas
Strategy
  • Since 01.09.2024 in the leadership team of cyon AG with a 40-60% workload
  • Advisory mandates for SMEs and startups
  • Lecturer at HSLU and HWZ
  • Co-host of the SCORE! conference
Jun 2019 - Sep 2022
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

CEO of PCP.COM Group and CMO

PCP.CH AG / STEG Electronics AG

Position Summary
CEO of PCP.COM Group and CMO at PCP.CH AG / STEG Electronics AG
Industries
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Retail
Business Areas
Marketing
Operations
Strategy
  • Responsible for the omnichannel business (B2C, B2B) of STEG-Electronics.ch with up to 17 stores in Switzerland and in-house PC production for STEG-PC and BeckPC (D2C)
  • Strategic development and expansion of online shops in the DACH region: techmania.ch, pc-ostschweiz.ch, comstern.de, constern.at
  • Brand consolidation from PCP to STEG
  • Resizing and conceptual adjustment of stores before and after the Corona pandemic
  • Leading the organization through the Corona pandemic with the best company results in its history
  • P&L responsibility for over CHF 100 million and about 160 employees
Jul 2018 - May 2019

Consultant

Various Mandates / Projects

Position Summary
Consultant at Various Mandates / Projects
Industries
Professional Services
Business Areas
Finance
Information Technology
Strategy
  • Development of an M&A and digitalization concept
  • Various consulting mandates (strategy and implementation)
  • Work as a lecturer, speaker, and moderator
May 2017 - Jun 2018
Zürich, Switzerland

CEO

DeinDeal AG

Position Summary
CEO at DeinDeal AG
Industries
Retail
Business Areas
Information Technology
Logistics
Procurement
  • Continued the merger of the deindeal.ch (Zurich) and my-store.ch (Geneva) brands on organizational and technical levels in coordination with Ringier AG
  • Executed the technological merger of the platforms and realigned the business areas of flash sales, travel, and couponing
  • Reorganized IT, procurement, customer care, and logistics between Geneva and Zurich
  • Built a data-driven product management and marketing team
  • P&L responsibility: approx. CHF 100 million and 140 employees
Feb 2013 - Apr 2017
Zürich, Switzerland

Managing Partner / Senior Consultant

Carpathia AG

Position Summary
Managing Partner / Senior Consultant at Carpathia AG
Industries
Professional Services
Business Areas
Information Technology
Marketing
Strategy
  • Consulting in digital business and transformation, e-commerce, and digital marketing for companies of all sizes
  • Projects in online and omnichannel retail as well as for manufacturers and service providers in Switzerland and Germany (B2B, B2C, D2C)
  • Strategy, planning, support, and coaching at all management levels
  • Co-organization and moderation of the Swiss E-Commerce Awards and the Digital-Commerce Connect (SCORE!) conference
Sep 2007 - Jan 2013
Mägenwil, Switzerland

CEO Brack Electronics AG / CMO of the Competec Group

Competec Holding AG

Position Summary
CEO Brack Electronics AG / CMO of the Competec Group at Competec Holding AG
Industries
Information Technology
Retail
Business Areas
Marketing
Procurement
Sales
  • Oversaw growth from 150 to 400 employees
  • Built and led the executive management team of Brack Electronics AG (marketing, e-commerce, purchasing and B2B sales) with around 50 employees
  • Contributed to the group-wide shop platform and expanded the product range beyond IT and consumer electronics
  • P&L responsibility > CHF 100 million as CEO of Brack.ch from 01.2011
  • Established and led the marketing and e-commerce department of the Competec Group (Brack.ch and Alltron) for B2C and B2B
  • Developed and implemented growth strategies and new business models, e.g. the social-commerce platform DayDeal.ch (Swiss Marketing Trophy)
  • Member of the executive management team with revenue and profit responsibility for the group (approx. CHF 400 million)
Jan 2004 - Aug 2007
Risch-Rotkreuz, Switzerland

Head of Sales & Marketing / Marketing Communications Manager

ARP Datacon AG

Position Summary
Head of Sales & Marketing / Marketing Communications Manager at ARP Datacon AG
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Marketing
Project Management
Sales
  • Responsible for the catalog and e-commerce business of the ARP Group in the D-A-CH region (focus on B2B)
  • Oversaw the rollout in the Netherlands and France
  • Introduced a new corporate design
  • Contributed to strategy processes as a member of the executive management team
  • Led the CRM subproject as part of the SAP implementation
Jun 2000 - Dec 2003
Bad Vilbel, Germany

Head of Marketing / Business Development Manager

ALLAGO AG

Position Summary
Head of Marketing / Business Development Manager at ALLAGO AG
Industries
Information Technology
Retail
Business Areas
Marketing
Procurement
  • Built and developed a B2B online shop for office supplies and IT products as a subsidiary of Dresdner Bank
  • Selected suppliers and managed budget planning and control for all online and offline marketing activities
Jul 1999 - May 2000
Frankfurt, Germany

Co-Founder

4Public GmbH

Position Summary
Co-Founder at 4Public GmbH
Industries
Advertising
Media and Entertainment
Professional Services
Business Areas
Marketing
Jan 1999 - Jun 1999
Neu-Isenburg, Germany

Product Manager (Online Communities)

SuperNet AG

Position Summary
Product Manager (Online Communities) at SuperNet AG
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Product Development

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Manufacturing, and Advertising.

Information Technology
Retail
Professional Services
Education
Manufacturing
Advertising
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Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Marketing, Strategy, Procurement, Sales, Information Technology, and Operations.

Marketing
Strategy
Procurement
Sales
Information Technology
Operations
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Skills

  • Digital Leader, Advisor, And Growth-Focused Cmo Of Leading Swiss Online And Omnichannel Companies (B2c & B2b) With Sales Over Chf 100 Million And A Proven Track Record
  • Lecturer And Speaker On Retail, Marketing, And Digitalization For Smes And Startups
  • Expert In Marketing (B2b, B2c, D2c), In Developing And Implementing New Business Models, And In Successful Transformation
  • Deep Expertise In Strategic Consulting, Business Model Development, And Operational Implementation For Companies Of All Sizes
  • 25 Years Of Professional Experience In Digital Business, Marketing, And Executive Management
  • Experienced, Strong Communicator, Empathetic, And Entrepreneurial Leader Managing Up To 160 Employees

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
French
Elementary

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 10
Experience in Information Technology 20 y
Avg length 2 y 8 m
Longest experience 5 y 4 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Switzerland, Germany)
Primary country Switzerland

Expertise

Recent roles Advisor and Fractional Executive, CEO of PCP.COM Group and CMO, Consultant
Main industries Information Technology, Retail, Professional Services
Main business areas Marketing, Strategy, Procurement

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Frequently asked questions

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Malte is based in Hünenberg, Switzerland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Malte speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).
Malte has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Malte has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Malte may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Malte would be well-suited for roles such as: Advisor and Fractional Executive, CEO of PCP.COM Group and CMO, Consultant.
Malte's most recent position is Advisor and Fractional Executive at Malte Polzin Advisory.
In recent years, Malte has worked for Malte Polzin Advisory and PCP.CH AG / STEG Electronics AG.
Malte is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Retail, and Professional Services. Malte also has some experience in Education, Manufacturing, and Advertising.
Malte is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Strategy, and Procurement. Malte also has some experience in Sales, Information Technology, and Project Management.
Malte has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Education, and Professional Services.
Malte has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Marketing, and Operations.
Malte is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.
Malte's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.
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