Account Manager (d/f/m) Microscopy - Zurich area
For over 170 years, Leica Microsystems has been shaping the future of microscopy with groundbreaking optical and digital solutions. As a global leader, we are committed to continuous improvement to delight our customers and create the best working environment for our employees. Customer focus, innovation and teamwork are at the core of our culture and the foundation of our success.
Would you like to be part of a company whose products are used in cutting-edge research around the world? Join Leica Microsystems and work with us to deliver brilliant solutions and insights.
Leica Microsystems is one of Danaher's 10 Life Sciences companies. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that protect and improve human health.
We are looking for you in the field of Sales Life Science Research Microscopy in the Zurich region. This position is 100% remote and requires approximately 75% travel.
Account Manager (d/f/m) Microscopy - Zurich area
Come and join a fantastic team! As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for actively selling our products in your sales region with the aim of increasing market share and sales.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- You will conduct personal and digital customer visits to life science research institutes, biopharma/biotech and purchasing departments
- You build long-term business partnerships through portfolio selling and are responsible for sales in your assigned sales territory
- You initiate and coordinate demos and customer presentations of Leica microscopes and systems at the customer's premises or at trade fairs and exhibitions
- You identify customer expectations as well as market developments and competitive behavior
- Continuous data maintenance in our CRM (SFDC) and weekly reporting are a matter of course for you
YOUR PROFILE
- University degree (e.g. biology, physics) or another natural science or comparable professional experience
- Hands-on knowledge in microscopy and specialized microscopy techniques (e.g. fluorescence microscopy, livecell imaging, etc.) and/or relevant account management experience in a clinical or life science environment an advantage but not mandatory
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships and negotiate at various levels of customer organizations
- Proven track record in direct sales and business development, preferably in a related industry
- Very good German and English language skills
At Leica Microsystems we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Leica Microsystems can provide.
GET MORE INSIGHT
Learn more about what we do and who we are by watching our company video “We Are Leica”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zHmalqMXN4
Are you interested to discover new opportunities in an innovative, team-oriented environment?
Do apply online - we are looking forward to your application!
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