Sales Account Manager - Switzerland(J11565)

ACROBiosystems; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ACROBiosystems is seeking an Account Manager to shape our strategy to penetrate Dach markets and build strong relationships with biopharma clients. You will drive opportunities, coordinate with marketing and internal teams, and aim to exceed sales targets in the region.

The role requires a Master’s degree in life sciences and at least one year in pharma/biotech sales, with fluency in German and English. You will work independently and manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering, or related field.
• One year of sales or technical sales experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or laboratory environments; overseas market BD preferred.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently and handle pressure.
• Excellent in German and English both written and spoken.
• Strong data analytical and project management skills; experienced negotiator.

Responsibilities

• Assist team leader to propose marketing and sales strategy based on market trends, competition, customer behavior and current situation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with critical customers and provide solutions using internal or external resources.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key decision-makers and influencers to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
• Collaborate with marketing on events and materials, coordinate resources, and track promotion activities.
• Attend industry trade shows and events to widen knowledge base and networks.
• Meet or exceed annual sales and revenue targets within assigned territory.
• Create and update sales status reports including identified contacts, leads and confirmed sales through direct and distributor channels.

Skills

German language

English language

Strong communication

Time management

Market research

Negotiation

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Work under pressure

Education

Master’s degree in Life Sciences / Chemistry / Biochemical Engineering

Job description

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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key decision-makers and influencers, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
4. 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.
5. Attend industry trade shows and events to widen knowledge base and increase networks.
6. Meet or exceed annual sales and revenue targets within an assigned territory.
7. 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