Sales Manager (m/f/d)

Job Description

As Sales Manager (m/f/d), you will own end-to-end growth in the Swiss market acquiring new logos, expanding strategic accounts, and shaping compelling value propositions for complex software solutions. You will operate with a consultative, value-based selling approach to deliver measurable customer outcomes. This is a role within an international team and operates in a dynamic market with renowned clients and significant growth potential.

Main responsibilities:

• Drive new business growth: Acquire new customers across industries in Switzerland through targeted prospecting, strategic account planning, and effective partner engagement
• Manage the full sales cycle: Lead opportunities from initial discovery to successful closure, including qualification, solution design, business case development, negotiation, and contract execution
• Expand strategic accounts: Strengthen and grow relationships with existing clients, build trusted partnerships with senior executives, and identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling
• Focus on value: Apply a consultative, value-based selling approach to position complex solutions that deliver measurable outcomes such as efficiency improvements, revenue growth, and risk reduction
• Collaborate for success: Work closely with Marketing on targeted campaigns and events, and partner with Consulting and Professional Services to tailor solutions and meet specific analytics requirements
• Ensure operational excellence: Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and ensure data integrity throughout the sales process
• Provide market insights: Share competitive intelligence and customer feedback with Product, Marketing, and Leadership teams to help refine offerings and go-to-market strategies
• Represent the brand: Promote our solutions at industry events and within partner networks to strengthen our presence in the Swiss market

Qualifications

Required qualification, expertise, skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• 3+ years of proven success in B2B SaaS sales
• A strong track record in the Swiss market, preferably within Financial Services (experience in other regulated industries is also welcome).
• Expertise in value-based selling and the ability to build compelling business cases that resonate with senior decision-makers
• Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and sales analytics, combined with a data-driven approach to pipeline management, coverage, and forecasting accuracy.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at executive level.
• Fluency in German and English

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with established sales methodologies (e.g., Miller Heiman, Challenger, SPIN)
• An existing network within Swiss financial services
• Understanding of Swiss market regulations and analytics-driven transformation initiatives

Why Join Us?

• Make an impact: Enjoy real responsibility and creative freedom in a dynamic, internationally organization.
• Work on exciting projects: Collaborate closely with Sales and Marketing on diverse, high-impact initiatives at both local and regional levels.
• Join a motivated team: Be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and shared success.
• Competitive rewards: Attractive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
• Flexibility that fits your life: Modern working models, including flexible hours and remote work options.

If you are a strategic thinker with strong execution skills and want to play a key role in shaping the growth and development of the Swiss market, we look forward to your application.

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