Sales Manager

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.