Account Manager Sales (All Genders) - Challenge the Impossible
About Beyond Gravity
Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Beyond Gravity is not your typical space company. We combine agility, speed, and innovation, fusing a start-up mindset with decades of industry expertise and a record of 100% mission success. Our dynamic team of over 1,700 professionals, spread across 13 locations in six countries, is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is technically feasible. We are not just building crucial products for the satellites and launchers industry; we are helping to improve life on Earth.
Your Crew
You will be part of the energetic sales team based in our Nyon office. Your role will be essential in leading the sales strategy for the Slip Rings Business Unit. You will be accountable for growing the existing client portfolio and expanding our footprint with new international clients. As the single point of contact for our clients, you will represent Beyond Gravity, the leader in the slip rings market, and will have the responsibility of selling advanced cutting-edge products while creating value for our Defense & Space customers. Our diverse team in Nyon consists of highly skilled engineers and technicians from various backgrounds and nationalities, each contributing their unique perspectives. What unites us is our shared commitment to Beyond Gravity's core values: Curious, Passionate, and Together.
Your Mission
- Own and develop relationships with assigned customers, acting as a trusted commercial and technical partner.
- Drive sales growth by actively managing customer accounts, identifying opportunities, and converting them into sustainable business.
- Proactively develop new customers and markets, opening new doors and creating opportunities for future growth.
- Understand customer needs and collaborate with our engineering and commercial teams to develop compelling technical and commercial solutions.
- Monitor market developments, emerging technologies, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and strengthen our market position.
- Lead and coordinate customer bids and proposals, ensuring requirements are clearly understood and our offers are competitive, customer-focused, and commercially attractive.
- Maintain a strong and accurate sales pipeline and provide reliable forecasts by customer, opportunity, and program using CRM tools.
- Represent Beyond Gravity at customer meetings, industry events, and business development activities to build visibility and strengthen our market position.
Your Story
- BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 2-5 years of experience in Sales, Account Management, Business Development, or a customer-facing technical role.
- Fluent in French and English; German is a plus.
- A proven track record of developing customers, creating new business opportunities, and successfully opening new accounts.
- Experience in Defense & Space, aerospace, or another high-end, technology-driven industry is highly desirable.
- Strong technical understanding with the ability to translate complex customer requirements into effective technical and commercial solutions.
- A customer-focused, proactive, and entrepreneurial mindset, with the drive to take ownership, create opportunities, and turn relationships into business.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the capacity to build trust and influence stakeholders at different levels.
- Comfortable working in an international environment and engaging with customers and stakeholders across different cultures and regions.
- Experience with CRM systems and a structured approach to pipeline and opportunity management is a plus.
Why Beyond Gravity?
- Be part of a dedicated team with the ambition to innovate in space!
- Work in a growing high-tech company with career opportunities within the local or international context.
- Enjoy a down-to-earth culture in Nyon, surrounded by experienced and competent colleagues and a versatile management team.
- Benefit from a hybrid work situation and flexible hours to suit your rhythm.
- Receive a competitive salary and benefits.
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 online using the form below.
Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. 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.
Work locationNyon, Switzerland