Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems AG
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Director International Partner Management (m/f/d) 100%

High-Tech. Family-focused. Global.


We aim to enhance the lives of millions. Driven by our passion for innovation, we tirelessly develop cutting-edge products and services in ophthalmology. Become a part of the Ziemer Group's 25-year legacy and contribute to our ever-expanding team.

In this exciting key position, you will manage a department with a team of proven Area Sales Managers. Working closely with the Vice President International Sales, you will coordinate global sales activities in existing and new markets. Together with your team, you will support and develop our sales partners (distributors), thereby making a significant contribution to achieving our sales and profit targets and implementing our growth strategy. You will benefit from our informal working atmosphere, short decision-making processes and maintain close contact with the management.

 

Tasks

  • Definition of a sales strategy based on the strategic objectives
  • Active participation in the development of existing and new markets
  • Participation in challenging negotiations with end customers
  • Ensuring effective and efficient partner management
  • Development of sales targets and contractual agreements 
  • Collaboration in the development of key accounts & key oppinion leaders
  • Market monitoring and reporting, planning and conducting business and market reviews
  • Participation in trade fairs and congresses, collaboration in the planning of local events
  • To fulfill the above tasks, you will work closely with your team, Marketing, Product Management, Service, Clinical Research and other departments
  • Responsibility for your own sales region and management of local partners
  • Management and coaching of the six-members sales team

Profile

  • Technical or business management education with a focus on sales and marketing
  • Several years of experience in the medtech industry and in sales management (capital goods) via distributors
  • Knowledge or strong interest in ophthalmology
  • Doer and entrepreneurial qualities
  • Analytical and structured way of working
  • High social competence, passion for team leadership and intercultural cooperation
  • Enthusiastic, winning personality
  • Excellent communication skills in English, German all other languages will be an advantage
  • Willingness to travel approximately 40 percent of your working time

We offer you an exciting challenge in the growth-oriented medical technology market. As a committed and proactive personality, you can help shape the future of our dynamic company. Have we aroused your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete online application.

For further information, please contact Mr. Richard Büchi, Director Human Resources, richard.buechi@ziemergroup.com or phone +41 32 332 71 00.

For technical questions, please contact Mr. Jan Sebastian Hillebrand, Vice President International Sales, phone no.  +41 32 332 71 63.