Sales Manager Generics - Portfolio 100% (m,f,d)

Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com.

We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager Generics – Portfolio 100% (m,f,d) for our Generics API portfolio who will be responsible for the ongoing support of existing and new international customers in their endeavor to develop accessible medicine. This is an excellent opportunity to gain or expand experience in sales and customer project management in the pharmaceutical industry, learn important aspects of generic drugs development, acquire or use negotiation skills and build relationships in the industry.

In your work at Bachem you will be supported by experienced specialists from sales and various technical departments (production, analytics, quality, regulatory, project management). Modern ERP and CRM systems will be at your disposal.

Your success in this role will open numerous further opportunities for your career development within Bachem.

Your responsibilities

Develop in-depth product and industry knowledge
Be major point of contact for assigned customers in relation to product quality, regulatory filing, GMP production and analytical questions to optimize customer experience and quality of service
Coordinate internal activities as subject matter expert in LCM projects
Accompany the entire sales cycle from quotation to delivery
Conduct price and contract negotiations
Develop the assigned sales territories
Organize and conduct visits to existing and prospect customers
Represent Bachem at international exhibitions
Enter and update CRM system records
Participate actively in internal financial forecasting, demand planning, product design and market strategy discussions

Your qualifications

Degree in business or life sciences
Experience of 2-3 years in technical sales or project management (life sciences or pharmaceutical service industry is highly desirable)
Strong planning and organization skills, business acumen, decision making and problem-solving skills
Positive and proactive attitude
Proven selling, negotiation and presentation skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Fluent in English, German and any other additional language is a plus
Proficient with standard IT tools (MS Office) as well as ERP (SAP) and CRM (Salesforce) systems
Willingness to travel up to 20%

We offer

We offer an exciting and challenging role in a dynamic, growing company and international environment providing opportunities for professional and personal advancement. If you are a communicative personality enjoying working in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environment, we look forward to receiving your complete dossier.

Interested?

Please submit your application with full supporting documents (motivation letter, CV, testimonials, diplomas) through our recruitment system.

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