Sales Manager

Nexans USA Inc; Lavamünd; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexans Switzerland invites you to join us in Cortaillod as our next Sales Manager, driving growth by identifying opportunities and strengthening key customer relationships across targeted market segments.

You will collaborate with sales, marketing, project management, customer service and manufacturing to deliver tailored commercial offers, lead negotiations, and manage strategic accounts in compliance with policy; fluency in German, French and English is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and business development.
• Strong negotiation, pricing and contract management skills.
• Fluency in German, French and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect and develop new business opportunities within targeted markets.
• Build long-term relationships with key customers and decision-makers.
• Lead negotiations and develop tailored commercial offers with internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate across sales, marketing, project management, customer service and manufacturing to deliver solutions.

Skills

Sales leadership

Account management

Business development

Negotiation

Contract management

Relationship building

Communication

German language

French language

English language

Education

Commercial or technical education

Job description

Full Time

Experienced - over 5 years

ID: 80566

Welcome to the Team

Join Nexans Switzerland as our next Sales Manager based in Cortaillod. In this strategic commercial role, you will drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, strengthening relationships with key customers, and expanding our presence across targeted market segments. Working closely with sales, marketing, project management, customer service, and manufacturing teams, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our commercial success.

Getting a Flying Start

As Sales Manager, you will combine business development, key account management, and commercial leadership to strengthen Nexans' market position in Switzerland. You will identify and convert new business opportunities, manage strategic customer relationships, and deliver tailored solutions that create long-term value for our customers. Your contribution will directly support our growth ambitions and sales objectives across a diverse portfolio of industries and applications.

How You Make an Impact

• Identify, prospect, and develop new business opportunities within targeted markets.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key customers and decision-makers.
• Develop customized commercial offers in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations and manage contract discussions in line with company policies and local regulations.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Represent Nexans at trade fairs, customer events, and industry forums while ensuring effective follow-up and reporting.

Your Starting Points

• Commercial or technical education, combined with successful experience in sales, account management, or business development.
• Proven track record of developing customer relationships and generating business growth.
• Strong negotiation, pricing, and contract management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, including interactions with senior decision-makers.
• Preference for fluency in German, French, and English.

What drives us

At Nexans, purpose, excellence and people drive us. We electrify the future responsibly, with strong commitments to sustainability, innovation and inclusion. Empowering every employee to grow, contribute and create lasting impact worldwide. Join us in shaping a better tomorrow.