Sales Account Manager - Switzerland

Authority / Purpose of the Position

The primary focus of the Account Manager is to shape the company strategy to penetrate the Dach markets, and to build and maintain relationships with current and potential clients to maximize our business in biopharma industry.

Main Responsibility / Job Expectations

• Assisting team leader to propose appropriate marketing and sales strategy based on the in-depth analysis of market trends, competition, customer behavior and our current situation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with critical customers. Provide appropriate solutions with the help of internal or external resources in order to improve our customer base and brand exposure.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key decision‑makers and influencers, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
• Work with marketing team on related marketing activities, including proposal and implement of necessary events (webinar, seminar, exhibition et, al), screening media and promotion platform, coordinating internal resources to give speech in the defined events as needed, and track the design of the promotion materials.
• Attend industry trade shows and events to widen knowledge base and increase networks.
• Meet or exceed annual sales and revenue targets within an assigned territory.
• Create and update sales status reports including identified contacts, leads and confirmed sales through direct and distributor channels.

Knowledge / Experience / Competence

1. Knowledge (Education/Major/Certification)

• Master´s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering, or related field.

2. Experience (Professional, Project/Process, Leadership)

• One year of sales or technical sales experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or laboratory environments. Overseas market BD experience is preferred.

3. General Competence

• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently and handle pressure
• High-level problem‑solving skills
• Attention to details
• Strong communication skills
• Effective time management and prioritization
• Excellent in German and English both written and spoken

4. Professional Competence

• High business acumen
• Strong data analytical and project management skills
• Experienced in negotiation
• Able to secure big sales opportunities
• Ability to conduct market research