At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
This Position reports to:
Local Division Manager
Your role and responsibilities
We are looking for a Sales Manager for Switzerland to join our mission. Responsible for the sales activities of the lead division High Power and the division Services, you'll lead the Swiss Sales team, develop and execute effective sales strategies, and ensure our drives, motors, and services reach the Swiss market by consistently meeting customers' expectations.
This is a pivotal role for ABB's growth in Switzerland. We want a sales professional who thrives on customer-centricity, inspires people, and guides the team toward growth with focus and vision. If you’re ready to execute, innovate, and achieve significant goals, this is your stage.
You won’t do it alone. As an industry expert, we’ll give you the tools, the team, and the support to make it happen.
The work model for the role is hybrid. #LI-Hybrid
You will be mainly accountable for:
Leading and developing the Front-End Sales team into the future
Identifying and evaluating market trends, growth opportunities, and converting them into strategic initiatives that are aligned with global and local stakeholders
Significant contribution to drive the market and business intelligence
Accountable for effective and efficient sales operations, including forecasting, analyzing, and ensuring performance, safety, and integrity, as well as streamlined processes
Establishing and maintaining strong relations with customers, partners, and other stakeholders to achieve goals in a collaborative manner
Qualifications for the role
Minimum 7+ years of experience in sales, account-/product management, business development, or similar roles - preferably in related sectors
A higher degree in sales, management, or a relevant technical field matching our solutions
Strong motivation to lead self and others - Direct or indirect leadership experience is advantageous
Entrepreneurial, resilient, strategic and innovative mindset with the required skills, to turn ideas and ambitions into results
Professional, effective communication and negotiation skills. High level of motivation, self-drive and “can-do” mentality
Fluent in German and English, French and Italian as an advantage, any other language as a bonus
What's in it for you?
Attractive salary + performance-based bonus
Electric company car + charging card
Flexibility to plan your day, set your pace and own your own success stories
Learn, grow, and contribute in a global leading company
and many more
More about us
At ABB, we don’t just keep industries moving – we make them leaner and cleaner. In demanding applications, where performance matters and reliability is non-negotiable, we’re the partner of choice.
Behind the scenes, we power the essentials of our modern world: Cable cars gliding through the Alps, food production lines humming, climate systems creating comfort, water and medicine available when they’re needed, and even we are there, when Formula 1 cars are engineered for highest standards and performance. In short, we set in motion what keeps the world in motion.
The recruitment process is led by Julia Farin, Talent Partner, ABB Switzerland Ltd.
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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