Application Manager DACH (f/m/d)

Danaher Corporation; Düsseldorf; Remote; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading diagnostics firm is seeking a Regional Applications Manager for the DACH region to lead and develop a team of Application Consultants. This fully remote position focuses on transforming the team into a key driver of customer engagement. Candidates should have experience in Life Sciences, proven leadership skills, and fluency in German and English. Join a company that emphasizes flexible working arrangements and collaboration across the globe.

Leistungen

Flexible remote working arrangements

Qualifikationen

• Multiple years of experience in application or field support within Life Sciences/MedTech.
• Proven people management experience, including team leadership, coaching, and staff development.
• Fluency in German and English, with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Support achievement of annual and strategic sales targets.
• Oversee demonstrations, installations, training, troubleshooting.
• Lead, coach, mentor and support a regional team of Application Consultants.

Kenntnisse

Team leadership

Change management

Communication skills

Customer satisfaction

Financial business acumen

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Leica Biosystems’ mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is at the heart of our corporate culture. We’re a global leader in cancer diagnostics with a comprehensive portfolio from biopsy to diagnosis. Our offerings aim to improve workflow efficiency and diagnostic confidence, helping to turn moments of uncertainty into answers.

Leica Biosystems works alongside a community of Diagnostics Companies at Danaher to address global health challenges with diagnostic tools that impact patient lives.

Role

The Regional Applications Manager, DACH (Germany & Austria) (f/m/d) is responsible for managing and developing a regional team of Application Consultants across Germany and Austria. The role combines change management, people leadership, coaching, and strategic business development to transform the Application Consultant function into a key driver of customer engagement and sales growth. This position is part of the Commercial Organization located in Germany & Austria (DACH) and will be fully remote. You will be part of the DACH Commercial Team and report to the National Sales Manager responsible for leading the regional Application Consultant team and ensuring alignment with sales strategy and annual business objectives.

If you thrive in a leadership-focused, dynamic role and want to build a world-class team, read on.

Responsibilities

• Support achievement of annual and strategic sales targets in close collaboration with Sales Managers, ensuring strong market penetration in the DACH region.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by overseeing demonstrations, installations, training, troubleshooting, and managing escalations.
• Act as a change agent, transforming the team into a proactive growth driver by introducing Standard Work, DBS tools, and best practices.
• Lead, coach, mentor and support a regional team of Application Consultants across Germany and Austria, driving engagement, development, and high performance.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration, partnering with Sales, Marketing, Service, and Customer Care to deliver customer-centric solutions.

Essential requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or equivalent (advanced degree preferred).
• Multiple years of experience in application or field support within Life Sciences/MedTech.
• Proven people management experience, including team leadership, coaching, and staff development.
• Demonstrated experience in change management and organizational transformation.
• Financial business acumen
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
• Fluency in German and English, with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 60%, including frequent overnight stays within Germany and Austria.
• Must have a valid driver’s license (class B)

Nice to have

• Practical experience in histopathology workflows and laboratory environments.
• Knowledge of market trends and competitor activities in cancer diagnostics.
• Collaboration with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), clinical networks, or professional associations.

Remote work and additional information

Leica Biosystems supports flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles. This position is eligible for remote work from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by the interview team.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.