Sales Manager (all genders)

Sales Manager (all genders)

?? Challenge the Impossible

About Beyond Gravity

Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Beyond Gravity is not your typical space company. We're a unique blend of agility, speed, and innovation, fusing a start-up mindset with decades of industry expertise and a track record of 100% mission success. Our dynamic team of over 1800 professionals, spread across 14 locations in seven countries, is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is technically feasible. We're not just building crucial products for the satellites, launchers and semiconductor industry, we’re helping to improve life on earth.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager with focus on our institutional customer relationships in Europe, which is mainly the European Space Agency (ESA) business. As the Sales Manager, you will play a crucial role in attracting and securing new business, building and maintaining strong partnerships, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Your mission

• Assume overall lead on large and complex bid submissions for satellite structures, mechanisms and subsystems for space applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product development, and project management, to prepare tailored offers to customers, both for existing as well as for newly developed products.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize profitability.
• Present offers and contracts to Beyond Gravity’s C-Level management for approval
• Identify new business opportunities, assess market trends, and stay informed about industry developments.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with institutional customers, including ESA and other space agencies.
• Represent Beyond Gravity at industry events, conferences, and trade shows.
• Monitor competitor activities and adapt strategies accordingly.

Your story

• Technical or Project Manager Background in the Space Industry or any other High-Tech industry, where large Fix Price Contracts are common
• Business-minded attitude, strong financial skills
• Proven track record in a B2B customer-facing role, preferably within the Space Industry.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in English is mandatory, German is a strong asset. Any additional European language is a plus.
• Passion for space exploration and a desire to contribute to cutting-edge technology.
• Ready to travel up to 10%

Why Beyond Gravity

• Work in an international environment with global mindset and high-tech products that will fly into space
• A highly specialized and motivated team with a lot of know-how in a unique industry
• We live a hands-on mentality and take suggestions for improvement seriously
• Attractive employment conditions (contribution to public transport, trainings and development opportunities, full paid maternity/paternity leave and many more)
• Flexible and mobile working and at least 5 weeks of vacation with possibility to buy additional vacation

??Are you ready for lift-off?

Our core values - Passionate, Together, and Curious - transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us. Propel your career to new heights by applying before 05/07/2024. We‘re actively reviewing candidates and will promptly select the ideal fit for our team.

For questions regarding the position, please contact: Anni Schulze | | Write an email

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Stefan Hunger | | Write an email

Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected categories.

Applications by e-mail cannot be considered. We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this position.

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